Retrospective Comparison of Capitolunate Arthrodesis Using Headless Compression Screws Versus Nitinol Memory Staples for SLAC and SNAC Wrist: Radiographic, Functional, and Patient-Reported Outcomes.
R Randall McKnightMark A TaitJohn W BraceySusan M OdumDaniel R LewisR Glenn GastonPublished in: Hand (New York, N.Y.) (2021)
We found no differences between nitinol staples and screws for CLA regarding HWCs or PROMs. Nitinol staples may offer additional benefits as a safe and effective alternative to compression screws for wrist fusions.