What Plastic Surgeons Should Know about Small-Joint Arthroplasty: Is This for Your Practice?

Rizzo, Marco; Chung, Kevin C · Plast Reconstr Surg · 2024

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Abstract

This article reviews the state of the art for arthroplasty of the metacarpophalangeal and proximal interphalangeal joints. Arthritis that affects these joints can result in significant pain and compromised function. The authors review indications for arthroplasty for each joint, types of implants to consider, technical considerations, patient expectations, and outcomes and complications.

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