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Trapeziectomy

Trapeziectomy

This is an operation to remove the trapezium - the cube shaped bone in your wrist that is joined to the base of your thumb.

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What is a trapeziectomy? +

This is an operation to remove the trapezium - the cube shaped bone in your wrist that is joined to the base of your thumb.

Why would I have a trapeziectomy? +

You may have been recommended to have this surgery as you have pain or osteoarthritis in your thumb.

What happens during a trapeziectomy? +

Your surgeon will make a cut on the back of your hand at the base of your thumb and remove the trapezium. Your surgeon may construct a ligament to connect the thumb to your wrist using a tendon that runs over the trapezium.

They will then close your skin with stitches and place a bandage or cast on your hand.

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Our consultant orthopaedic surgeons

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Christopher James

Christopher James

Orthopaedic and trauma consultant

Language(s): English

Location(s): Kent

Mr James' specialties include open and arthroscopic hand, wrist and elbow procedures.

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Mr Ravi Singh

Ravi Singh

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Language(s): English

Location(s): Kent

Mr Ravi Singh's specialities include shoulder and upper limb disorders.

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Andrew Smith

Andrew Smith

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Language(s): English

Location(s): Kent

Mr Andrew Smith specialises in carpal tunnel syndrome, trigger finger, hand and wrist arthritis and elbow issues.

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Hemant Thakral

Hemant Thakral

Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon

Language(s): English

Location(s): Kent

Mr Thakral's specialties include shoulder arthroscopic surgery, hand and elbow issues and complex joint replacements for arthritis and trauma.

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Page last reviewed: 17 April 2026