Revision Arthroplasty in the Challenging Elbow.
review · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.hcl.2023.03.001.
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Abstract
Compared with hip and knee arthroplasty, total elbow arthroplasty (TEA) has a higher complication rate and lower survivorship. Modern TEA implants most commonly require revision due to implant loosening, infection, and periprosthetic fracture. Concerns with revision TEA include handling of the soft tissues and possible necessity of flap coverage, triceps management, preservation of bone stock, and management of concurrent infection or fracture. In this review, we will discuss preoperative evaluation of the failed elbow arthroplasty, surgical approaches, techniques for revision, outcomes, and complications following revision total elbow arthroplasty.
Medical subject headings
- Elbow Joint
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Elbow
Anatomy
- elbow