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Case Report Volume 9 Issue 1

Patient-Specific 3D Printed Metacarpophalangeal Joint Prosthesis for Post-Septic Arthritis: A Case Report

Diego F Valencia-Rodriguez*, Victor H Aguirre-Rodriguez and Juan Pablo Pinal-Covarrubio

Elbow, Hand and Microsurgery Division, CIORE, Hospital Angeles Pedregal, Mexico

*Corresponding Author: Diego F Valencia-Rodriguez, Elbow, Hand and Microsurgery Division, CIORE, Hospital Angeles Pedregal, Mexico.

Received: October 24, 2025; Published: December 12, 2025

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Abstract

Background: Background: Septic arthritis of the metacarpophalangeal (MCP) joint remains a challenging condition that often results in joint destruction and long-term functional impairment. In recent years, three-dimensional (3D) printing has emerged as an innovative option for reconstructing small joints, particularly in cases where standard implants are unavailable.

Case Presentation: We present the case of a 41-year-old male who developed septic arthritis of the left middle finger MCP joint following a penetrating injury. Despite initial treatment with antibiotics and surgical debridement, he evolved to persistent pain, swelling, and severe motion limitation. A patient-specific 3D printed MCP joint prosthesis was designed and implanted one year after the initial injury. Postoperative rehabilitation was initiated early, and at 6-month follow-up the patient reported absence of pain, functional range of motion, and minimal limitations in daily activities.

Conclusion: Patient-specific 3D printed prostheses can provide a valuable reconstructive option in cases of MCP joint destruction after infection when conventional implants are unavailable. Although short-term outcomes are promising, long-term follow-up and larger case series are needed to validate safety and durability.

Keywords: Septic Arthritis; MCP Joint; 3D Printing; Patient-Specific Implant; Hand Surgery

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Citation

Citation: Diego F Valencia-Rodriguez., et al. “Patient-Specific 3D Printed Metacarpophalangeal Joint Prosthesis for Post-Septic Arthritis: A Case Report".Acta Scientific Orthopaedics 9.1 (2026): 11-14.

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Copyright: © 2026 Diego F Valencia-Rodriguez., et al. This is an open-access article distributed under the terms of the Creative Commons Attribution License, which permits unrestricted use, distribution, and reproduction in any medium, provided the original author and source are credited.




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