Objective:

To present a comprehensive long-term clinical and radiological analysis of first carpometacarpal arthrodesis over a follow-up period of 9 years.

Approach:

Key Findings:

• Remove unsupported claims about pain relief and joint stabilization.
• Ensure all findings are directly supported by the source material.

Interpretation:

Remove this section as it contains unsupported conclusions.

Limitations:

• Limited evidence on long-term outcomes prior to this study.
• Follow-up periods in previous studies ranged from 2 to 6 years, shorter than the current study.

Conclusion:

Remove unsupported claims about insights and benefits.

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