Open versus arthroscopic treatment of the rheumatoid elbow arthritis: a comparison of complications at two years utilizing a nationally representative database

ConclusionsPatients undergoing open arthrolysis for RA were at a higher risk of infection and wound complications compared to arthroscopic arthrolysis utilizing a nationally representative database. While there appears to be a difference in outcomes following these two procedures, higher level evidence is needed to draw more definitive conclusions.Level of EvidenceRetrospective, Level III
Source: European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research