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Proximal row carpectomy: a worthwhile salvage procedure.

Roland W Klein Nagelvoort1, Moshe Kon, Arnold H Schuurman

  • 1Department of Plastic, Reconstructive and Hand Surgery, University Medical Centre Utrecht, Utrecht, The Netherlands.

Scandinavian Journal of Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery and Hand Surgery
|December 13, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Proximal row carpectomy effectively relieved pain and improved function in patients with wrist deformities. This dependable procedure offers reliable pain relief and preserves grip strength, enabling return to work.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Hand Surgery
  • Wrist Biomechanics

Background:

  • Proximal row carpectomy (PRC) is a surgical option for debilitating wrist conditions.
  • Indications include scaphoid non-union with arthritis, Kienböck's disease, and scapholunate advanced collapse.
  • Evaluating PRC outcomes is crucial for patient management.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To assess the long-term efficacy of proximal row carpectomy.
  • To evaluate pain relief, patient satisfaction, range of motion, and grip strength post-PRC.
  • To analyze radiographic changes and functional outcomes after PRC.

Main Methods:

  • Prospective evaluation of 11 patients undergoing proximal row carpectomy.
  • Assessment of pain, satisfaction, range of motion, grip strength, and DASH scores.

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  • Radiographic evaluation and comparison with the contralateral wrist.

    • Main Results:

    • Significant improvements in wrist flexion, extension, and deviation were observed.
    • Grip strength and precision grip strength showed substantial recovery.
    • Mean Disabilities of the Arm, Shoulder, and Hand (DASH) score indicated moderate disability (28%).

    Conclusions:

    • Proximal row carpectomy is a reliable procedure for pain relief in advanced wrist deformities.
    • The surgery preserves functional range of motion and grip strength.
    • PRC allows most patients to return to work, demonstrating its clinical utility.