Implant-free anatomical reconstruction of thumb metacarpophalangeal joint chronic ulnar collateral ligament injuries.
case_series · Level IV
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Abstract
A technique is described to treat chronic instability of the metacarpophalangeal joint of the thumb caused by rupture of the ulnar collateral ligament using a palmaris longus tendon graft without implants. Good results were obtained in eight patients.
Medical subject headings
- Collateral Ligament, Ulnar
- Joint Instability
- Collateral Ligaments
Anatomy
- hand