Current surgical concepts and medicolegal aspects on rhizoarthrosis

Arthrosis of the trapeziometacarpal joint is one of the most frequent degenerative pathologies of the wrist and the hand. This pathology presents a slow evolution mainly characterized by pain, which is associated with joint deformities and consequent functional limitations. The severity of the disease can be assessed according to the classification of Eaton. In cases where conservative treatment (pharmacological therapy, infiltration therapy, physical and rehabilitative therapies) has not had positive effects on pain and joint function, it will be necessary to plan surgical treatment. The aim of our article was to analyze the possible surgical indications and the most used procedures in the treatment of rhizoarthrosis, with particular attention to the potential risks and related medico-legal implications.