title: End-to-end arthrodesis with absorbable pin and suture fixation.
abstract: 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.
authors.affiliation: Henry General Hospital, Stockbridge, Georgia, USA.
authors.forename: J D
authors.initials: JD
authors.lastname: Giovinco
mesh_terms: D000042:Absorption; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000379:methods*; D001858:Bone Nails; D006801:Humans; D013536:Suture Techniques; D014033:Toe Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D014034:Toes / Q000601:surgery*