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Review
. 2006 May;46(5):376-83.
doi: 10.1007/s00117-006-1359-6.

[Planning of orthopedic surgery for rheumatoid arthritis]

[Article in German]
K Trieb  1
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[Planning of orthopedic surgery for rheumatoid arthritis]

[Article in German]
K Trieb. Radiologe. 2006 May.

Abstract

The inflammatory process in rheumatoid arthritis is progressive and ends in destruction of the cartilage. Subsequent instability and mutilation of the joint might happen. The classification of destruction can be done by X-rays and assessment of the clinical picture. Depending on the radiologic stage different therapy concepts, ranging from conservative to operative, are established. It is the aim of surgery to restore motion and function in a painless joint. Surgery can be done to prevent the joint from further destruction or to replace the joint after resection. Different concepts based on radiologic findings are presented in this review.

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