Professional
Technical
IVT
opponensplasty
Pronunciation: oh-POH-nens-plas-tee
Tendon transfer surgery to restore thumb opposition function in cases of median nerve palsy.
Full Definition
A tendon transfer procedure designed to restore thumb opposition in patients with median nerve injuries or paralysis. Various techniques exist, including the Camitz procedure (using palmaris longus), the Burkhalter transfer (using ring finger FDS), and the Huber transfer (using abductor digiti minimi). The goal is to recreate the function of the paralyzed opponens pollicis muscle.
Usage
Usage note: Specify the technique used (Camitz, Burkhalter, etc.) when documenting the procedure.
In Context
- "Camitz opponensplasty was performed to restore thumb opposition following median nerve injury." — Operative note
- "The patient achieved excellent opposition strength after EIP opponensplasty with satisfactory cosmetic results." — Outcomes study
Also known as
opposition transfer
thumb opposition reconstruction
Don't confuse with
pollicization
tendon repair
nerve transfer