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Radiocarpal Fusion: Indications, Technique, and Modifications.
Kalpit N Shah1, Shashank Dwivedi2, Michael Montague2
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Scripps Clinic, San Diego, CA.
The Journal of Hand Surgery
|May 31, 2022
Summary
Radiocarpal wrist arthrodesis can alleviate pain and improve motion in degenerative wrist disorders. This study evaluates techniques, favoring radioscapholunate arthrodesis with distal scaphoid excision for better outcomes.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Hand and Wrist Surgery
- Degenerative Joint Disease
Background:
- Degenerative wrist disorders, including osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, cause pain and stiffness.
- Pathology may affect the radiocarpal joint, impacting wrist function.
- Radiocarpal arthrodesis aims to preserve wrist kinematics and improve range of motion.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate patient outcomes for various radiocarpal arthrodesis techniques.
- To describe a preferred technique for radioscapholunate arthrodesis involving distal scaphoid excision.
Main Methods:
- Review of patient outcomes for different radiocarpal arthrodesis procedures.
- Description of a specific radioscapholunate arthrodesis technique with distal scaphoid excision.
Main Results:
- Outcomes varied across different surgical techniques for radiocarpal arthrodesis.
- The described radioscapholunate arthrodesis technique with distal scaphoid excision showed promising results.
Conclusions:
- Radiocarpal arthrodesis is a viable option for managing degenerative wrist conditions.
- Specific techniques, such as radioscapholunate arthrodesis with distal scaphoid excision, may optimize functional preservation and pain relief.
