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Erosive silicone synovitis.

C S Wright, E F Wilgis

    Canadian Journal of Surgery. Journal Canadien De Chirurgie
    |January 1, 1986
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Erosive silicone synovitis is a rare complication of implant arthroplasty. This study highlights three cases of Silastic implants in the wrist, recommending intercarpal arthrodesis and long-term patient monitoring.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Biomaterials Science

    Background:

    • Implant arthroplasty utilizes silicone (Silastic) materials for bone replacements.
    • Silicone synovitis is a known, though uncommon, complication associated with these implants.

    Observation:

    • Three patients developed erosive silicone synovitis after Silastic replacements of the carpal scaphoid and trapezium.
    • This complication manifested following procedures involving silicone implants in the wrist.

    Findings:

    • The study identified erosive silicone synovitis as a complication in Silastic carpal bone replacements.
    • Intercarpal arthrodesis is proposed as a method to provide stress shielding for the implants.

    Implications:

    • Early recognition of erosive silicone synovitis is crucial for managing patients with silicone implants.

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  • Long-term follow-up is recommended for individuals with Silastic implants to monitor for potential complications.