Partial Carpal Arthrodesis as Treatment of Local Degenerative Changes in the Wrist Joints
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https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678108992158Abstract
Twelve patients with partial arthrodesis of the wrist were re-evaluated. The follow-up time ranged from 1 year 2 months to 13 years. In 10 cases the indication for operation was isolated scapho-trapezial osteoarthritis, and in two cases isolated degenerative changes following perilunar luxation. Bony union was achieved in 9 cases, and these patients experienced relief of pain. One of the patients with non-union did not improve at all, another used a stabilizing bandage at work and the third had no complaints. Degenerative changes in the adjacent joints of the wrist were not seen. A disadvantage of this operation seems to be the long period of treatment.Downloads
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1981-01-01
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Bertheussen, K. (1981). Partial Carpal Arthrodesis as Treatment of Local Degenerative Changes in the Wrist Joints. Acta Orthopaedica, 52(6), 629–631. https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678108992158
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