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[The shoulder joint in chronic polyarthritis].

C J Petersson

    Der Orthopade
    |August 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary

    Rheumatoid arthritis frequently causes severe shoulder problems, impacting function and mobility. Surgical interventions like synovectomy or shoulder replacement may be necessary for advanced disease, but careful patient selection is crucial for successful outcomes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Rheumatology
    • Orthopedic Surgery

    Background:

    • Shoulder problems are highly prevalent in rheumatoid arthritis patients, affecting over 90%.
    • A significant portion (31%) experience severe shoulder disability, deeming it their primary rheumatic issue.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review the commonality and impact of shoulder issues in rheumatoid arthritis.
    • To discuss various surgical interventions for rheumatic shoulder disease based on disease stage.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of patient data on shoulder problem prevalence and severity.
    • Discussion of treatment options including radiological synovectomy, surgical synovectomy, and shoulder replacement.

    Main Results:

    • 91% of rheumatoid arthritis patients reported shoulder problems, with 31% indicating severe disability.
    • Progressive destructive changes and functional decline occur with disease duration, even with conservative management.
    • Surgical synovectomy offers pain relief and improved mobility in proliferative synovitis.
    • Shoulder replacement is increasingly used for advanced arthropathy, but outcomes depend heavily on careful patient selection.

    Conclusions:

    • Rheumatic shoulder disease necessitates consideration of surgical intervention due to progressive pathology.
    • Early-stage effusive disease may benefit from radiological synovectomy.
    • Surgical synovectomy is effective for proliferative synovitis.
    • Shoulder replacement shows promise for advanced cases, provided stringent selection criteria are met to optimize results.

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