The Effect of Proximal Row Carpectomy and Trapeziectomy on First Ray Stability: A Cadaveric Study

Wrist and thumb pathology can coexist leading to potential indications for proximal row carpectomy (PRC) and trapeziectomy. In this setting, the axial stability of the first ray is not known. We sought to evaluate axial subsidence of the first metacarpal in cadavers following trapeziectomy and trapeziectomy with PRC to determine the mechanical effects of the procedures performed concurrently.

Source: The Journal of Hand Surgery - August 4, 2023 Category: Surgery Authors: Charles Carlson, Anxhela Nezha, Grant Mathison, Robert Ablove Tags: Scientific Article Source Type: research