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During finger synovectomy, inflamed membrane that
lines the joint is removed.
Also
Known As:
Conditions
Treated with Finger Synovectomy:
Finger synovectomy is used in cases of synovium
infection, pigmented villonodular synovitis, hemophilia and arthritis and
rheumatoid arthritis of the finger.
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Non-surgical alternatives to finger synovectomy
include pain medicine and anti-inflammatory steroid injections. Finger fusion,
finger joint replacement and arthroscopic finger synovectomy are surgical
alternatives to the procedure.
Potential Complications from Finger Synovectomy:
Possible risks following finger synovectomy include infection, bleeding, joint scarring, reduced finger mobility and a negative reaction to the anesthesia.
Prognosis after Finger Synovectomy:
The prognosis for a positive end result following finger synovectomy is good. However, the synovium is likely to become inflamed again.
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