
Total replacement of trapeziometacarpal joint, type T, was designed using latest findings and experience with this type of implants.
Indication
- relative indication is rheumatic arthritis
- x-ray (RTG) criterion Eaton-Littler II.-III. (Comtet I.-II.)
- unfixed Z deformity of the thumb in MCP joint (Teissier)
- age > 50 years
- rather non-active type
- trapezium height > 7 mm