[Distal type I arthrogryposis--surgical possibilities of the hand].

Distal arthrogryposis as a special form of arthrogryposis multiplex congenita is a rare malformation syndrome associated with contractures of the hands. A special case demonstrates the possibilities of treating flexion contractures of the hand. This procedure is compared with the treatment of other contractures of the hand. One possibility is the shortening of the metacarpals by osteotomy and shortening of extensor tendons.