Revision of failed distal interphalangeal arthrodesis complicated by retained headless screw.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.jhsa.2013.04.018.
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Abstract
Arthrodesis of the distal interphalangeal joint is a well-accepted treatment for painful arthritis. Although headless screw fixation across the distal interphalangeal joint is an overall effective method for achieving bony union, failures and nonunions still occur. We present a salvage technique to address both the retained headless screw within the medullary canal as well as the persistent nonunion.
Medical subject headings
- Arthrodesis
- Bone Screws
- Finger Joint
- Osteoarthritis
Anatomy
- hand