| Osteoarthritis of the distal interphalangeal joint. | |
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PMID: 3654771 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
Abstract/OtherAbstract:
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DIP joint arthritis may be painful and interfere with function of a finger or the entire hand. When conservative measures are no longer adequate to control the symptoms, operative intervention may be recommended. Arthrodesis is the procedure of choice in most situations, although specialized functional requirements may justify an attempt to maintain motion. Treatment of mucous cysts requires removal of the offending osteophyte as well as the cyst itself. Technique of skin closure depends on the situation and the surgeon's preference. Careful attention to the indications for surgery, to the education of the patient, to the anatomy, and to the surgical technique will usually lead to a beneficial result and will minimize complications. |
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Authors:
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J E Culver; E J Fleegler |
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Hand clinics Volume: 3 ISSN: 0749-0712 ISO Abbreviation: Hand Clin Publication Date: 1987 Aug |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 1987-11-13 Completed Date: 1987-11-13 Revised Date: 2004-11-17 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 8510415 Medline TA: Hand Clin Country: UNITED STATES |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 385-403 Citation Subset: IM |
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Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Cleveland Clinic Foundation, Ohio. |
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Arthrodesis
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methods Arthroplasty / methods Cysts / surgery Debridement Finger Joint* Humans Joint Prosthesis Osteoarthritis / surgery* Osteotomy / methods Postoperative Care |
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