Two-stage arthroplasty with joint distraction and costal osteochondral grafting for ankylosis of a metacarpophalangeal joint: nine years' follow-up.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
After ankylosis of a finger has occurred, it is often difficult to restore joint mobility. We report a two-stage arthroplasty procedure for correcting ankylosis of the metacarpophalangeal joint, which involved joint distraction to extend the soft tissues, followed by costal osteochondral autografting. After 9 years of follow-up, the results are acceptable.
Medical subject headings
- Ankylosis
- Arthroplasty
- Metacarpophalangeal Joint