Union and Complication Rates After Total Wrist Arthrodesis: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Total wrist arthrodesis (TWA) has been performed using various techniques. We aimed to provide pooled prevalence estimates of union and complications of TWA by technique. A secondary aim was to provide estimates of union and complication rates by treatment of the carpometacarpal joint (CMCJ) in TWA using plates. Given the widespread adoption of wrist arthrodesis plates (WAP), we hypothesized that these implants would result in higher union and lower complication rates. We also hypothesized that TWA with CMCJ arthrodesis would improve these outcomes.

Source: The Journal of Hand Surgery - December 1, 2023 Category: Surgery Authors: David H. Owen, Joshua W. Booth, Paul A. Agius, Diana M. Perriman, Paul N. Smith, Chris J. Roberts Tags: Scientific Article Source Type: research