Silastic arthroplasty in rheumatoid MCP-joints: 60 joints followed for 7 years

Authors

  • Lb Olsen
  • Peter Gebuhr
  • Stig Sonne-holm

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3109/17453679408995486

Abstract

16 patients with rheumatoid arthritis underwent Swanson silastic arthroplasty in 60 MCP-joints. After 7 (5-10) years only 8 patients had pain relief, 7 were satisfied, and 13 implants had fractured. We conclude that the effects of Swanson silastic arthroplasty deteriorate with time.

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Published

1994-01-01

How to Cite

Olsen, L., Gebuhr, P., & Sonne-holm, S. (1994). Silastic arthroplasty in rheumatoid MCP-joints: 60 joints followed for 7 years. Acta Orthopaedica, 65(4), 430–431. https://doi.org/10.3109/17453679408995486