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[Selective denervation of the wrist joint]
I Zimmermann1, M Kubatov, A Renner
1Országos Traumatológiai Intézet, Pécsi Orvostudományi Egyetem I. sz. Sebészeti Klinika, közleménye.
Magyar Traumatologia, Orthopaedia Es Helyreallito Sebeszet
|January 1, 1991
Summary
Selective wrist denervation offers a viable alternative for chronic wrist pain management, providing good results in 45% of patients. This surgical option is indicated for various etiologies, including osteoarthritis.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Rheumatology
- Pain Management
Context:
- Chronic wrist pain significantly impacts daily life and presents diagnostic challenges for clinicians.
- Osteoarthritis is a common cause, but wrist pain can also stem from systemic joint diseases.
- Current treatment options may include surgical interventions like arthrodesis.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy of selective wrist denervation for chronic wrist pain.
- To analyze patient outcomes based on etiologic groups.
- To establish indications for selective wrist denervation as an alternative to arthrodesis.
Summary:
- Selective wrist denervation was performed on 77 patients, with 45% achieving good results.
- The study analyzed cases by etiology to define surgical indications.
- The procedure is presented as an alternative to radiocarpal and intercarpal arthrodesis.
Impact:
- This study highlights selective wrist denervation as a potentially effective treatment for chronic wrist pain.
- It provides evidence to support wider adoption of this surgical technique.
- Improved patient outcomes and quality of life for individuals suffering from debilitating wrist pain.