End-to-end arthrodesis with absorbable pin and suture fixation.
This article describes the end-to-end arthrodesis of the lesser digits. The author uses a curved incision approach for cosmesis and exposure. In addition to the fixation afforded by the pin, suture is used to fixate the arthrodesis site medially and laterally.
Giovinco
J D
JD
Henry General Hospital, Stockbridge, Georgia, USA.
D000042:Absorption; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000379:methods*; D001858:Bone Nails; D006801:Humans; D013536:Suture Techniques; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D014034:Toes / Q000601:surgery*