ArticleMusculoskeletal surgery2015
Arthroscopic joint debridement and capsular release in primary and post-traumatic elbow osteoarthritis: a retrospective blinded cohort study with minimum 24-month follow-up.
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A Multi-Center, Post-Market, Single-Arm, Observational Clinical Follow-Up Study of Patients Undergoing Radial Head Replacement Using the DePuy Synthes Radial Head Replacement System for Partial Replacement of the Elbow Joint
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- Range-of-motion improvement and complication rate in open and arthroscopic osteocapsular arthroplasty for primary osteoarthritis of the elbow: a systematic review.International orthopaedics · 2020Pooled it
- Preoperative risk factors associated with patient outcomes following arthroscopic elbow contracture release.JSES international · 2026Article
- Autologous protein solution and 3D-Printed technologies as potential adjuncts to arthroscopic elbow release: a narrative review and conceptual framework.Frontiers in bioengineering and biotechnology · 2026Review
- Triceps Tendon-Guided Arthroscopic Olecranon Debridement for Posterior Impingement Caused by Degenerative Elbow Osteoarthritis: A Technical Note.Arthroscopy techniques · 2025Article
- Can elbow arthroscopic posterior portals damage the anconeus nerve? A cadaveric study.Shoulder & elbow · 2024Article
- Complications of Elbow Arthroscopic Surgery: A Systematic Review and Meta-analysis.Orthopaedic journal of sports medicine · 2022Review
- Midterm outcomes and survivorship of arthroscopic elbow debridement: a comparison of posttraumatic versus primary degenerative osteoarthritis.JSES international · 2022Article
- Primary Elbow Osteoarthritis: Evaluation and Management.Journal of clinical orthopaedics and trauma · 2021Article
- Arthroscopic and open debridement in primary elbow osteoarthritis: a systematic review and meta-analysis.EFORT open reviews · 2020Review
- [Bony contact in arthritic and healthy elbow joints : Studies in cadaveric specimens].Der Orthopade · 2019Article
- Treatment of osteoarthritis of the elbow with open or arthroscopic debridement: a narrative review.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2018Review
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Abstract
backgroundElbow osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative condition which in the advanced stage can severely impair joint mobility. Conservative treatment remains the first choice; surgery should be considered in case of failure in patients prepared to adhere to a demanding rehabilitation protocol. We assess the effectiveness of arthroscopic joint debridement and capsular release in a series of patients with primary and post-traumatic elbow arthritis. MATERIALS AND
methodsForty-eight subjects (40 males, eight females; mean age 48 years) with a preoperative diagnosis of primary (19, 40 %) or post-traumatic OA (29, 60 %) were evaluated at a mean follow-up of 44 months. Outcome measures were active range of motion (ROM), pain score, Oxford elbow score (OES), and Mayo elbow performance score (MEPS). OA severity was graded into three classes (I-III) based on X-ray findings. Statistical significance was set at 5 %.
resultsAt the final follow-up evaluation, active flexion/extension increased significantly (p < 0.01); pronation and supination improved, but the difference was not significant (p > 0.05). The pain score improved from 7.2 to 4.3 (p < 0.01). Both OES and MEPS improved significantly (p < 0.001). Patients with post-traumatic OA had better ROM (p = 0.0391) and clinical scores (OES, p = 0.011; MEPS, p = 0.010). ROM and clinical scores were lower but not significantly so in class II than in class I patients. A smooth coronoid and olecranon fossa was found in 38 (79 %) patients and a preserved ulnotrochlear joint space in 40 (80 %).
conclusionsElbow OA has become more common as a result of earlier diagnosis and an increased number of acute injuries involving the joint. Arthroscopy is an effective technique to treat OA which provides the best results with the correct indications. Prospective studies are needed to help develop guidelines enabling selection of the best treatment option.
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