Main description:

Arthroplasty of the upper extremity is an established surgical intervention in the management of arthritis of the elbow, wrist and hand. The anatomy, kinematics and demands of the elbow, wrist, thumb CMC, and finger MCP and PIP joints pose unique surgical challenges. Implant design considerations are important in providing a joint that mimics the native joints and maximizes survivorship. However, outcomes are less predictable in these upper extremity joints when compared to the hips and knees. Each joint also carries its own set of potential complications and salvage options for revision and failed arthroplasty.
This unique text helps the orthopedic and hand surgeon understand the surgical approaches, unique anatomic considerations, and both the historical and current designs related to each respective joint, enabling the surgeon to better appreciate the benefits and limitations of each arthroplasty. Presenting the current state of the art, the seven sections proceed anatomically from the elbow to the fingers, with each section comprised of three thematic chapters discussing implant design considerations, primary arthroscopy techniques and revision arthroscopy techniques, including non-surgical options for treating these often difficult problems. This consistent approach, accompanied by plentiful figures, radiographs and intraoperative photos, ensures that this will be a user-friendly resource for orthopedic and hand surgeons, residents and trainees.

Contents:

Preface

Acknowledgements

Dedication

Part I. Total Elbow Arthroplasty

Chapter 1: Design Considerations for Total Elbow Arthroplasty

Chapter 2: Primary Total Elbow Arthroplasty

Chapter 3: Revision/Failed Total Elbow Arthroplasty

Part II. Radial Head Arthroplasty

Chapter 4: Design Considerations for Radial Head Arthroplasty

Chapter 5: Primary Radial Head Arthroplasty

Chapter 6: Revision/Failed Radial Head Arthroplasty

Part III. Total Wrist Arthroplasty

Chapter 7: Design Considerations for Total Wrist Arthroplasty

Chapter 8: Primary Total Wrist Arthroplasty

Chapter 9: Revision/Failed Total Wrist Arthroplasty

Part IV. Distal Radioulnar Joint Arthroplasty

Chapter 10: Design Considerations for Distal Radioulnar Joint Arthroplasty

Chapter 11: Primary Distal Radioulnar Joint Arthroplasty

Chapter 12: Revision/Failed Distal Radioulnar Joint Arthroplasty

Part V.- Carpometacarpophalangeal Joint Arthroplasty

Chapter 13: Design Considerations for Carpometacarpophalangeal Joint Arthroplasty

Chapter 14: Primary Carpometacarpophalangeal Joint Arthroplasty

Chapter 15: Revision/Failed Carpometacarpophalangeal Joint Arthroplasty

Part VI.- Metacarpophalangeal Joint Arthroplasty.-

Chapter 16: Design Considerations for Metacarpophalangeal Joint Arthroplasty

Chapter 17: Primary Metacarpophalangeal Joint Arthroplasty

Chapter 18: Revision/Failed Metacarpophalangeal Joint Arthroplasty

Part VII.- Proximal Interphalangeal Joint Arthroplasty

Chapter 19: Design Considerations for Proximal Interphalangeal Joint Arthroplasty

Chapter 20 Primary Proximal Interphalangeal Joint Arthroplasty

Chapter 21: Revision/Failed Proximal Interphalangeal Joint Arthroplasty