Abstract
Small joint arthroplasty of the hand has been an established means of joint preservation and pain relief for over a half a century. Despite this, metacarpophalangeal (MCP) and proximal interphalangeal (PIP) joint arthroplasty has not achieved the long-term success seen with hip and knee arthroplasty. Problems following MCP, PIP, and carpometacarpal (CMC) joint arthroplasty can include intraoperative fracture, postoperative dislocation, recurrent pain, limitation of motion, and instability. The hand surgeon needs to be prepared for these problems and their management. This article addresses the management of the most common complications seen following MCP, PIP, and CMC arthroplasty.
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