- Training
- 13/09/2021
- USA
Proximal Interphalangeal (PIP) Joint Implant Arthroplasty Using a Volar Approach
Description
This video discusses the surgical treatment of PIP joint arthritis, presented by Dr. Martin Boyer from Washington University in Saint Louis. The case involves a 65-year-old female patient suffering from severe arthritis in her right index finger's PIP joint. The surgery approach is a volar silicone arthroplasty for the joint. The video covers the entire surgical process, from preoperative assessments and X-rays to the detailed steps of the surgery, including incision techniques, neurovascular exposure, joint dissection, bony cuts, and implant placement, concluding with post-operative results showcasing the patient's recovery and restored function. The surgeon emphasizes critical techniques and choices throughout the procedure, offering insights into effective hand surgical practices.
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