Nonrheumatoid metacarpophalangeal joint arthritis. Unconstrained pyrolytic carbon implants: indications, technique, and outcomes

Wendy Parker; Steven L Moran; Kirsten B Hormel; Marco Rizzo; Robert D Beckenbaugh

doi:10.1016/j.hcl.2006.02.012

Nonrheumatoid metacarpophalangeal joint arthritis. Unconstrained pyrolytic carbon implants: indications, technique, and outcomes

Hand Clin. 2006 May;22(2):183-93. doi: 10.1016/j.hcl.2006.02.012.

Authors

Wendy Parker¹, Steven L Moran, Kirsten B Hormel, Marco Rizzo, Robert D Beckenbaugh

Affiliation

¹ Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.

PMID: 16701131
DOI: 10.1016/j.hcl.2006.02.012

Abstract

Unconstrained pyrolytic surface replacement arthroplasty provides the benefits of a more natural center of rotation with preservation of native ligamentous joint stability. Initial short-term results show excellent motion, pain relief, and restoration of pinch and grip strength. These results are encouraging, and suggest that pyrolytic carbon arthroplasty may be a reasonable option for joint salvage in patients suffering from MP joint osteoarthritis.

MeSH terms

Adult
Aged
Arthritis / diagnostic imaging
Arthritis / physiopathology
Arthritis / surgery*
Arthroplasty, Replacement / methods*
Carbon*
Female
Follow-Up Studies
Hand Strength / physiology
Humans
Joint Prosthesis*
Male
Metacarpophalangeal Joint / diagnostic imaging
Metacarpophalangeal Joint / physiopathology
Metacarpophalangeal Joint / surgery*
Middle Aged
Patient Selection
Prosthesis Design
Radiography
Range of Motion, Articular / physiology
Treatment Outcome

Substances

pyrolytic carbon
Carbon