Implant-retained finger prosthesis with modified retention system

Background: Amputations affect both the physical and the psychological aspects of an individual, causing significant impact on self-esteem. The main causes of finger amputations are work-related accidents with dangerous machinery, road traffic accidents, and animal bites, as well as systemic disease...

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Veröffentlicht in:Prosthetics and orthotics international 2013-08, Vol.37 (4), p.324-328
Hauptverfasser: Goiato, Marcelo Coelho, dos Santos, Daniela Micheline, Amoroso, Andressa Paschoal, Gennari Filho, Humberto, Dekon, Stefan Fiuza de Carvalho
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Zusammenfassung:Background: Amputations affect both the physical and the psychological aspects of an individual, causing significant impact on self-esteem. The main causes of finger amputations are work-related accidents with dangerous machinery, road traffic accidents, and animal bites, as well as systemic diseases such as diabetes. This report aims to describe a simple technique for fabrication of implant-retained finger prosthesis with a modified base of the retention system. Case Description and Methods: The O-Ring retention system was used with a modified hexagon-shaped base and a metallic capsule adapted to the acrylic resin to attach the prosthesis to the implant. Findings and Outcomes: The prosthesis was made with silicone, and after osseointegration, it was installed without complications, leading to a patient satisfied with the end result and encouraged to return to social life. Clinical relevance Restoring self-esteem in the patient and static and functional rehabilitation.
ISSN:0309-3646
1746-1553
DOI:10.1177/0309364612465427