Treatment for congenital synostosis of the fourth and fifth metacarpals with the hemicallotasis technique.
case_report · Level V
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Abstract
The hemicallotasis technique was used to treat the fifth metacarpal in a hand with congenital synostosis of the fourth and fifth metacarpals. Lengthening and correction of the metacarpal were achieved simultaneously. Continuous traction eliminated further soft-tissue procedures. The appearance and function of the hand were much improved.
Medical subject headings
- Bone Lengthening
- Hand Deformities, Congenital
- Metacarpus
- Synostosis
Anatomy
- hand