Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4066157 | The Journal of Hand Surgery | 2016 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Post-traumatic osteonecrosis of the metacarpal head is a challenging problem, particularly in younger patients in whom arthroplasty may not be a durable option. Although several osteochondral reconstructive options have been proposed, some are associated with considerable donor site morbidity and/or require the use of internal fixation. We present an application of osteochondral autograft transplantation surgery as a treatment option for focal metacarpal head lesions. An osteochondral plug from the non–weight-bearing articular surface of the knee is transferred and press-fit to resurface a focal metacarpal head defect. The technical pearls and pitfalls are reviewed, and an illustrative case is presented.
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Authors
Alison Kitay, Peter M. Waters, Donald S. Bae,