title: Use of the polypropylene peg for immediate stabilization in digital replantation.
abstract: A common site for digital amputation is through the middle phalanx, with comminution of the distal or proximal interphalangeal joints. To circumvent delayed union and a stiff painful joint, a not infrequent sequele of standard fixation methods, 12 cases are presented in which a polypropylene peg has been employed for immediate stabilization, as the first stage of replantation. It provides rapid osteosynthesis, a painless stabilization of the finger in a functional position, permits early return of movement in adjacent joints, and prevents excessive shortening of the finger. No case has been complicated by infection or extrusion.
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D000673:Amputation, Traumatic / Q000601:surgery*; D002648:Child; D005383:Finger Injuries / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D005384:Finger Joint / Q000601:surgery; D005385:Fingers / Q000098:blood supply; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D009984:Orthopedic Fixation Devices; D011126:Polypropylenes; D011859:Radiography; D012092:Replantation / Q000379:methods*; D013933:Thumb / Q000098:blood supply / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000293:injuries*
chemical_list: D011126:Polypropylenes