Trapezium arthroplasty

Case contributed by Henry Knipe
Diagnosis certain

Presentation

FOOSH ?fracture. Previous wrist surgery.

Patient Data

Age: 60 years
Gender: Male
x-ray

Trapezium arthroplasty. Some associated degenerative change. No fracture. 

Case Discussion

Resection of the trapezium and implant arthroplasty is one of the treatment option for trapeziometacarpal joint osteoarthritis. 

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