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Total Elbow Arthroplasty for Distal Humerus Fractures
Luke S Harmer1, Joaquin Sanchez-Sotelo1
1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Mayo Clinic, 200 First Street SW, Rochester, MN 55905, USA.
Hand Clinics
|October 27, 2015
Summary
Total elbow arthroplasty offers a viable treatment for distal humerus fractures, providing good pain relief and function. While implant longevity requires patient compliance, advancements may broaden its use.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
Background:
- Distal humerus fractures pose treatment challenges.
- Total elbow arthroplasty is an emerging option for specific fracture cases.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate total elbow arthroplasty as a treatment for distal humerus fractures.
- To identify factors contributing to its effectiveness and limitations.
Main Methods:
- Review of outcomes for patients undergoing total elbow arthroplasty for distal humerus fractures.
- Analysis of factors influencing rehabilitation and implant longevity.
Main Results:
- Total elbow arthroplasty demonstrates good outcomes in pain relief and function.
- Preservation of the extensor mechanism and faster rehabilitation are key advantages.
- Implant failure necessitates revision surgery and patient adherence to limitations.
Conclusions:
- Total elbow arthroplasty is a suitable alternative for select distal humerus fractures.
- Improved implant technology could expand indications for fracture treatment.
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