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Review
. 2012 Oct;71(8):658-69.
doi: 10.1007/s00393-012-1019-3.

[Orthopedic operations and postoperative treatment of rheumatic elbows]

[Article in German]
J Götz  1 , C Baier, H R Springorum, S Anders, J Grifka, G Heers
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Review

[Orthopedic operations and postoperative treatment of rheumatic elbows]

[Article in German]
J Götz et al. Z Rheumatol. 2012 Oct.

Abstract

This article gives an overview of the indications for operative treatment and the respective post-treatment of rheumatic elbows. The goal should be to preserve the function of the elbow joint and freedom from symptoms to prevent joint destruction which unfortunately can still be seen nowadays.

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