An overview and challenges of revision total elbow arthroplasty

Since the introduction of modern total elbow arthroplasty (TEA), there has been a rapid evolution in the understanding of elbow biomechanics, surgical techniques, and improvements in implant materials and design. Aimed originally to treat primarily end-stage rheumatoid arthritis, the indications for TEA have extended to include post-traumatic arthritis, primary osteoarthritis and acute non-reconstructable fractures of the distal humerus. Implant survivorship in TEA is substantially longer in patients with inflammatory arthritis when compared to trauma-related indications.
Source: Orthopaedics and Trauma - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research