Linked Semi-constrained or Unlinked TER: What We Should Know Before We Use? |
Hong Jun Jung, In Ho Jeon, Jae Myeung Chun |
Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Asan Medical Center,Ulsan University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea. jeonchoi@gmail.com |
연결형, 반구속형 또는 비연결형, 비구속형 주관절 인공 관절 성형술: What We Should Know Before We Use? |
정홍준·전인호·전재명 |
울산대학교 의과대학 서울아산병원 정형외과학교실 |
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Abstract |
PURPOSE Total elbow arthroplasty (TEA) is still in its infancy as compared with other forms of arthroplasty. TEA designs have evolved with experience, but comparatively little long-term outcome data is available. This article provides an overview of the current states of linked, unlinked, and convertible total elbow arthroplasty.
MATERIAL AND METHOD: The designs of total elbow prostheses can be subdivided into three categories: unlinked, linked, and convertible. This article provides an overview of the current states of linked, unlinked, and convertible total elbow arthroplasty. RESULTS AND CONCLUSION: By proper patient selection and by utilizing implant design advances, improvements in cementation techniques, a meticulous surgical technique, and appropriate postoperative rehabilitation, total elbow arthroplasty can provide a high level of patient satisfaction and pain relief. |
Key Words:
Total elbow arthroplasty |
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