Management of an infected metacarpophalangeal joint replacement with a temporary articulated cement spacer.

Kamiza, Michael M; Halsey, Timothy J · J Hand Surg Eur Vol · 2025

case_report · Level V

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Abstract

We present a case of a 63-year-old woman with an infected metacarpophalangeal arthroplasty, treated with an articulating cement spacer over a K-wire framework. This technique maintained joint movement during the management of the infection, leading to a positive functional outcome.<b>Level of evidence:</b> V.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy