Surgeon Preference, Influence, and Treatment of Thumb Carpometacarpal Arthritis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The purpose of this study was to evaluate current surgical practice patterns, the factors that influence these patterns, and overall trends in the treatment of thumb carpometacarpal osteoarthritis.

Methods

An online survey containing 14 questions was sent to all active members of the American Society for Surgery of the Hand. Information on demographics and treatments was collected. Results were anonymously uploaded to an online spreadsheet.

Results

A total of 823 responses were recorded. Trapeziectomy with ligament reconstruction and tendon interposition (LRTI) using whole flexor carpi radialis was the most popular technique at 37.44%. In all, 26.38% of surgeons with fewer than 5 years of experience utilize trapeziectomy with suture suspension (bone anchor

SUBMITTER: Deutch Z 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC6081787 | biostudies-literature | 2018 Jul

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature