Novel Minimally Invasive Approach for Arthrodesis in Distal Interphalangeal Joint Using Microscope.

ABSTRACT: Arthrodesis is a definitive treatment for osteoarthritis of the distal interphalangeal (DIP) joint. The surgical approach is generally performed from the dorsal side of the DIP joint using a Y- or H-shaped incision. However, this approach can lead to relatively noticeable scarring and dorsal tissue complications. We introduced a microsurgery technique to address patients' desire for cosmetic improvement in addition to pain relief. In our modified approach, a small 1.5-cm skin incision was made along the mid-lateral line of the finger. This approach allows for a safer and faster synovectomy, osteophyte resection, and osteotomy in a limited surgical field. The joint was fixed by using a headless screw. In this article, we describe the application of this method for DIP arthrodesis. Our study

SUBMITTER: Hachisuka H 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11841839 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature