SynthesisMusculoskeletal surgery2024
Arthroscopic surgery for scaphoid nonunion: a 10-year systematic literature review.
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- Arthroscopic assisted versus open non-vascularized bone grafting in delayed union and nonunion of the scaphoid: a systematic review and meta-analysis.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2024Pooled it
- What's New in Hand and Wrist Arthroscopy: Indications, Techniques, and Emerging Applications.Journal of hand surgery global online · 2027Review
- Minimally Invasive Arthroscopic Fixation of Scaphoid Nonunion in Adolescents Shows High Union Rates, Improved Function, and Low Morbidity.Arthroscopy, sports medicine, and rehabilitation · 2026Article
- What's New in Hand Surgery: Transformative advancements and Emerging Trends.Orthopedic reviews · 2026Article
- Use of the trans-scaphoid portal for the arthroscopic treatment of scaphoid nonunion in the middle third with flexion deformity: technique description and patient series.Journal of hand and microsurgery · 2025Article
- Arthroscopic bone grafting in scaphoid fracture nonunion: Is it a universal solution?Journal of hand and microsurgery · 2025Review
- Tranexamic acid in arthroscopic surgery: efficacy, safety, and clinical considerations.Frontiers in surgery · 2025Review
- Clinical impact of free dorsal interosseous flap combined with tendon graft on function recovery in one-stage reconstruction of composite dorsal wrist soft tissue defects.Frontiers in surgery · 2025Article
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Abstract
The purpose of the study was to investigate whether arthroscopic treatment of carpal scaphoid nonunions by osteosynthesis with bone grafting represents a successful surgical technique. This systematic literature review, conducted following the PRISMA guidelines, explores the past 10 years of clinical studies concerning the arthroscopic treatment of scaphoid nonunions. The most relevant keywords were used to search the databases, and the Downs and Black 27-item checklist has been used as quality assessment tool. Twelve papers that meet the premised eligibility criteria have been identified. These studies demonstrate the efficacy of this surgical solution, achieving a postoperative union rate of 96% in the average time of 13.5 weeks. Regardless of the method of synthesis and the origin of the graft used, excellent results were obtained. Patients who underwent this procedure reported a pain reduction of almost 80% compared to the preoperative level, improvement in grip strength close to 40%, and recovery in wrist function during daily activities. Arthroscopy has numerous advantages compared to the open approach. These are technically recognized by the surgeon and by the patient. Some disadvantages include a longer intraoperative time and considerable significant technical difficulty. Arthroscopic treatment of scaphoid nonunion by osteosynthesis with bone graft achieves a 96% union rate of the treated scaphoid with satisfying clinical results.
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