title: The rheumatoid metacarpophalangeal joint.
abstract: Rheumatoid metacarpophalangeal joint deformities remain an important cause of disability. Surgical intervention in carefully selected patients improves function and prolongs independence. This article discusses the commonly used reconstructive techniques and their benefits. Case selection through a combined clinic with rheumatologists and hand therapists is recommended.
authors.affiliation: Pulvertaft Hand Centre, Royal Derby Hospital, Uttoxeter Road 28 Midland Place, Derby DE22 3NE 5, UK. frank.burke@virgin.net
authors.forename: Frank D
authors.initials: FD
authors.lastname: Burke
mesh_terms: D001172:Arthritis, Rheumatoid / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery*; D006227:Hand Deformities, Acquired / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D008662:Metacarpophalangeal Joint / Q000503:physiopathology / Q000601:surgery*