Tension band arthrodesis in the hand.
Tension band arthrodesis was performed on five metacarpophalangeal and 10 proximal interphalangeal joints of the hand. This technique provides the advantage of firm internal fixation with two pins and a wire, thereby permitting early active motion of the adjacent joints. Bony union was achieved in all 15 joints.
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000379:methods*; D001864:Bone Wires; D005260:Female; D005384:Finger Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008662:Metacarpophalangeal Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D008875:Middle Aged