Biomaterial Database

An alternative fixation technique when performing hallux interphalangeal joint fusions. 1985

S M Sharon, and J McClain

Fusion of the hallux interphalangeal joint has classically been performed by means of cancellous bone screws or crossed Kirschner wires. Although these techniques may be suitable for uncomplicated fusions, they may not be amenable to those cases requiring simultaneous total first metatarsophalangeal joint implant arthroplasty; therefore, a new technique is discussed that utilizes the Micks' external fixator.

UI	MeSH Term	Description	Entries
D007595	Joint Prosthesis	Prostheses used to partially or totally replace a human or animal joint. (from UMDNS, 1999)	Joint Prostheses,Prostheses, Joint,Prosthesis, Joint
D008875	Middle Aged	An adult aged 45 - 64 years.	Middle Age
D009984	Orthopedic Fixation Devices	Devices which are used in the treatment of orthopedic injuries and diseases.	Device, Orthopedic Fixation,Devices, Orthopedic Fixation,Fixation Device, Orthopedic,Fixation Devices, Orthopedic,Orthopedic Fixation Device
D005260	Female		Females
D006214	Hallux	The innermost digit of the foot in PRIMATES.	Big Toe,Great Toe,Big Toes,Great Toes,Toe, Big,Toe, Great,Toes, Big,Toes, Great
D006801	Humans	Members of the species Homo sapiens.	Homo sapiens,Man (Taxonomy),Human,Man, Modern,Modern Man
D001174	Arthrodesis	The surgical fixation of a joint by a procedure designed to accomplish fusion of the joint surfaces by promoting the proliferation of bone cells. (Dorland, 28th ed)	Arthrodeses
D014033	Toe Joint	The articulation between the head of one phalanx and the base of the one distal to it, in each toe.	Interphalangeal Joint of Foot,Interphalangeal Joint of Toe,Foot Interphalangeal Joint,Foot Interphalangeal Joints,Joint, Toe,Joints, Toe,Toe Interphalangeal Joint,Toe Interphalangeal Joints,Toe Joints