| Trapezio-metacarpal arthritis: The price of an opposable thumb! | |
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PMID: 22022041 Owner: NLM Status: In-Data-Review |
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Trapezio-metacarpal arthritis is the most common arthritic problem of the hand for which patients seek surgical treatment. The current article reviews the etio-pathogenesis, epidemiology, classification and management of this widespread problem. The anatomy and unique biomechanics of this joint are also reviewed. In addition, the article provides a detailed description of our preferred method of trapezio-metacarpal arthroplasty. |
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Tolga Turker; Sunil Thirkannad |
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Type: Journal Article |
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Title: Indian journal of plastic surgery : official publication of the Association of Plastic Surgeons of India Volume: 44 ISSN: 1998-376X ISO Abbreviation: Indian J Plast Surg Publication Date: 2011 May |
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Created Date: 2011-10-24 Completed Date: - Revised Date: - |
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Nlm Unique ID: 8405356 Medline TA: Indian J Plast Surg Country: India |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 308-16 Citation Subset: - |
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Christine M. Kleinert Institute for Hand and Microsurgery, 225 Abraham Flexner Way, Suite 810, Louisville, KY, USA. |
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