Metacarpal Lengthening: A Case Report Including Lengthening of Three Metacarpals

Using distraction osteogenesis in metacarpal lengthening has been well documented in pediatric patients but has a limited trials in older patients. Fewer studies have assessed the success of the procedure through outcome measure scores. The aim of this study is to report a case of distraction osteogenesis of three metacarpals in skeletally mature adult with amputated middle three fingers and patient’s perspective on her satisfaction through the Michigan hand outcomes questionnaire [1].