Weilby-Burton arthroplasty of the trapeziometacarpal joint of the thumb.

Bidragets oversatte titel: Weilby-Burton arthroplasty of the trapeziometacarpal joint of the thumb.

N O Thomsen, Claus Hjorth Jensen, H Nygaard

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Abstract

Twenty-three patients (25 thumbs) were treated by tendon interposition arthroplasty for trapeziometacarpal arthrosis as described by Weilby and modified slightly as described by Burton and Pellegrini. There was good (4/25, 16%) or complete (19/25, 76%) pain relief in 23 (92%) of the cases. Activities of daily living were generally easier. Mobility and strength of the thumb were satisfactory. One patient had signs of instability during a stress test. We conclude that our technique produces a stable and pain-free thumb joint. However, careful selection of the patients for this procedure is essential, and the patient must be given comprehensive information about all stages.
Bidragets oversatte titelWeilby-Burton arthroplasty of the trapeziometacarpal joint of the thumb.
OriginalsprogEngelsk
TidsskriftJournal of Plastic Surgery and Hand Surgery
Vol/bind34
Udgave nummer3
Sider (fra-til)253-256
Antal sider4
ISSN2000-656X
StatusUdgivet - 2000

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