Publications by authors named "Dikou S"

Background: Hemiresection arthoplasty or partial trapeziectomy of the carpometacarpal joint of the thumb is a surgical option in stages 1-3 according to Eaton-Littler classification. Preservation of the intact scaphotrapeziotrapezoidal (STT) joint and maintenance of the length of the thumb is the advantage of this technique.

Technique: Technically, partial trapeziectomy is only slightly more complex compared to trapeziectomy with or without suspension.

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