Trends in Proximal Interphalangeal and Metacarpophalangeal Joint Arthroplasty Utilization Using Statewide Databases.

Conclusions: PIP and MCP arthroplasty are safe procedures with an overall low complication rate. The increased risk of device related complications observed in patients with rheumatoid arthritis can be used to appropriately counsel this patient population regarding post-operative expectations and prognosis.
PMID: 32000595 [PubMed - in process]

Source: Hand Surgery - February 2, 2020 Category: Surgery Authors: Vranis NM, Marascalchi B, Melamed E Tags: J Hand Surg Asian Pac Vol Source Type: research