Arthroscopic Thumb Joint Replacement

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Arthroscopic Thumb Joint Replacement

Posted On: 04-28-2015

What is Arthroscopic Thumb Joint Replacement?

An arthroscopic thumb joint replacement removes damaged cartilage and bone in the thumb and replaces it with parts made of plastic, metal, or ceramic for durability. This procedure is performed with a minimally invasive method that utilizes an arthroscope (a narrow tube with a video camera on its end) inserted through small incisions in order to guide the surgeon through the procedure.

Also Known As:

Arthroscopic arthroplasty of the thumb joint
Minimally invasive thumb joint arthroplasty
Minimally invasive thumb joint replacement
Thumb arthroscopy
Arthroscopic surgery
Thumb surgery
Thumb replacement

Conditions Treated with Arthroscopic Thumb Joint Replacement:

Arthroscopic thumb joint replacement is utilized in order to treat thumb arthritis, pain and injury.

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Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to Arthroscopic Thumb Joint Replacement:

Non-surgical alternatives to arthroscopic thumb joint replacement include physical therapy, pain medication and anti-inflammatory steroid injections. Thumb fusion and open thumb joint replacement are surgical alternatives.

Potential Complications from Arthroscopic Thumb Joint Replacement:

Possible risks following arthroscopic thumb joint replacement include infection, bleeding and dislocation of the artificial thumb joint. It is also possible for the artificial joint to be incorrectly positioned and for there to be no improvement in thumb mobility.

Prognosis after Arthroscopic Thumb Joint Replacement:

The prognosis for a positive end result following arthroscopic thumb joint replacement is good.

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Dr. Steven Dennis

Orthopedic Surgeon

Newport Beach

Dr. Stephen A Mikulak

Orthopedic Surgeon

Newport Beach

Dr. Anatol Podolsky

Orthopedic Surgeon

Newport Beach

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