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Case Reports
. 2011 May;27(2):179-86, vi.
doi: 10.1016/j.hcl.2011.02.002.

Arthrodesis of the elbow

Lee M Reichel  1 , Brett P Wiater, Jeffery Friedrich, Douglas P Hanel
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Case Reports

Arthrodesis of the elbow

Lee M Reichel et al. Hand Clin. 2011 May.

Abstract

Elbow arthrodesis (EA) is a procedure reserved for the salvage of failed elbow reconstruction or elbow injuries that defy reconstruction of a useful joint. Although arthrodesis of some joints is often straightforward and predictable, EA is technically difficult and associated with a high rate of complications. Furthermore, a successful EA does not translate to a gratifying clinical success. The functional limitations to activities of daily living and personal care are significant.

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