Revision wrist arthroplasty strategies.

J Hand Surg Eur Vol · Jan 2025 · Review

Cash T, Talwalkar S

Wrightington Hospital, Wigan, Lancashire, UK

Hand & Upper Extremity

SUMMARY — THE REDUCTIONReviews strategies and a tertiary center's experience for revising or salvaging (including arthrodesis of) a failed total wrist arthroplasty given bone loss and poor soft tissue quality.
Abstract, as published

Wrist arthrodesis performed to salvage a failed total wrist arthroplasty can be challenging owing to bone loss and poor soft tissue quality. This article focuses on the evidence base and our experience as a tertiary unit in managing this cohort of patients. A systematic and meticulous approach is required to attempt to minimize complications.Level of evidence: V.

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