Tension-band arthrodesis in the finger joints

J Hand Surg Am. 1980 May;5(3):269-71. doi: 10.1016/s0363-5023(80)80012-8.

Abstract

Tension-band arthrodesis was employed in 26 finger joints with various pathological lesions. This is a simple procedure based on the principles of compression osteosynthesis. Stability thus achieved makes immobilization of the hand unnecessary and allows full motion of all adjacent joints.

MeSH terms

  • Arthrodesis / methods*
  • Finger Injuries / complications
  • Finger Joint / surgery*
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Fractures, Closed / complications
  • Humans
  • Joint Diseases / etiology
  • Joint Diseases / surgery*
  • Male
  • Movement
  • Orthopedic Fixation Devices
  • Surgical Wound Infection / complications
  • Wrist Joint / surgery