Abstract:Bone fusion was achieved in 100 % with restoration of joint congruity in 12 of 13 cases and a slight subluxation in one case. Follow-up was possible in 9 cases after 23 (5-51) months. The average range of motion in the reconstructed joint for extension/flexion was 0/9/73°; grip strength was 82 % of the unaffected side. Five out of 9 patients developed a mild flexion contracture in the PIP joint. The DASH score was 6 (0-33) points, pain at rest was 1 (0-5), and pain at exercise 2 (0-6) on a visual analogue scal… Show more
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