Stabilization of Proximal Interphalangeal Arthrodesis of Lesser Toes Using K-wires vs. Implants
Category: Lesser Toes Introduction/Purpose: Lesser toe proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint arthrodesis is one of the most common foot and ankle elective operative procedures. Currently, the most common method for fixation of the PIP joints is utilization of intramedullary Kirschner wires (K-wires)....
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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SAGE Publishing
2017-09-01
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| Series: | Foot & Ankle Orthopaedics |
| Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1177/2473011417S000341 |