Article ID Journal Published Year Pages File Type
5709903 The Journal of Hand Surgery 2017 4 Pages PDF
Abstract
Carpometacarpal joint arthritis of the thumb is a common problem. Mini suture suspensionplasty has been reported as a successful treatment option. We describe a case of a ruptured suture button suspensionplasty that caused pain and thumb metacarpal subluxation. To our knowledge, this is the first reported mechanical failure of a suture suspensionplasty. Surgeons should be aware of this potential complication when using this device to treat thumb carpometacarpal arthritis surgically.
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