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Arthrodesis of the Distal Interphalangeal (DIP) Joint of the Right Ring Finger for Arthritis
Tags: Orthopaedics
Table of Contents
- 1. Introduction
- 2. Patient Preparation
- 3. Incision
- 4. Opening and Exposure of Joint
- 5. Debridement of Articular Cartilage down to Subchondral Bone
- 6. Confirmation of Adequate Debridement and Alignment via Fluoroscopy
- 7. Guidewire Insertion
- 8. Measurement for Screw Length
- 9. Screw Placement and Compression of Joint
- 10. Confirmation of Final Screw Position
- 11. Closure with Tenodermodesis Technique
- 12. Post-op Remarks
1. Introduction
2. Patient Preparation
- Mark Incision
- Apply Finger Tourniquet
3. Incision
4. Opening and Exposure of Joint
5. Debridement of Articular Cartilage down to Subchondral Bone
6. Confirmation of Adequate Debridement and Alignment via Fluoroscopy
7. Guidewire Insertion
8. Measurement for Screw Length
9. Screw Placement and Compression of Joint
10. Confirmation of Final Screw Position
11. Closure with Tenodermodesis Technique
- Excision of Redundant Skin Proximally