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Finger Synovectomy

Posted On: 05-27-2015
Finger Synovectomy

What is Finger Synovectomy?

During finger synovectomy, inflamed membrane that lines the joint is removed.

Also Known As:

  • Finger surgery
  • Synovium surgery
  • Finger joint surgery

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 or Other Surgical Alternatives to Finger Synovectomy:

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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