title: Swanson design finger joint implant utilized in the proximal interphalangeal joints of the foot: a preliminary study.
abstract: The purpose of this paper is to present preliminary findings regarding the use of the Silastic finger joint implant H.P. (Swanson design) in resection arthroplastic procedures of the proximal interphalangeal joint of the second and/or third toes. This paper reports on 42 cases which have beer, performed and in which significantly satisfactory results have been achieved.
mesh_terms: D004487:Edema / Q000209:etiology; D006801:Humans; D007592:Joint Diseases / Q000209:etiology; D007595:Joint Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects; D011182:Postoperative Care; D012826:Silicone Elastomers; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000601:surgery*
chemical_list: D012826:Silicone Elastomers