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. 2002 Sep;27(5):910-2.
doi: 10.1053/jhsu.2002.35076.

Thumb metacarpophalangeal joint arthrodesis using the AO 3.0-mm cannulated screw: surgical technique

Terry M Messer  1 , Daniel J Nagle, Alicia G Martinez
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Thumb metacarpophalangeal joint arthrodesis using the AO 3.0-mm cannulated screw: surgical technique

Terry M Messer et al. J Hand Surg Am. 2002 Sep.

Abstract

A technique for metacarpophalangeal joint arthrodesis of the thumb using the 3.0-mm AO cannulated screw is described. Advantages of this technique include its relative simplicity and accuracy, solid fixation, and high union rate.

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