Arthroplasty of the proximal interphalangeal joint is indicated for arthritic conditions
that fail to respond to conservative treatment. This article describes the lateral
approach for the insertion of a proximal interphalangeal joint implant arthroplasty.
Clinical experience has confirmed good results in the nonlaborer with arthroplasty
of all the digits. Ten surgeries have averaged 68° of motion with a range from 50°
to 80°. No patient has required a revision 3 years after surgery.
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Publication history
Accepted:
April 23,
2007
Received:
February 12,
2007
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© 2007 American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.
