Elbow arthritis and total elbow replacement.
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چکیده
Elbow arthritis is a relatively uncommon condition that can be successfully managed with non-operative and operative methods. The extent of pathologic involvement and severity of pain and dysfunction are the most important factors in selecting treatment. Arthroscopic, open, and arthroplasty surgery options provide successful outcomes in most cases.
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ورودعنوان ژورنال:
- Medicine and health, Rhode Island
دوره 95 4 شماره
صفحات -
تاریخ انتشار 2012