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Total Wrist Arthroplasty Procedure

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Replacement of the wrist joint with an artificial wrist joint is often needed when a traumatic injuries or severe degenerative affecting the wrist (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis) occur.

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This video covers total wrist arthroplasty, the replacement of the wrist joint with an artificial wrist joint. The description presents it as needed when traumatic injury or severe degenerative disease such as osteoarthritis or rheumatoid arthritis affects the wrist.

Key points

  • Covers replacement of the wrist joint with an artificial joint
  • Discusses traumatic wrist injury as an indication
  • Discusses severe osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis as indications

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This video presents “Total Wrist Arthroplasty Procedure” — Replacement of the wrist joint with an artificial wrist joint is often needed when a traumatic injuries or severe degenerative affecting the wrist (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis) occur. Whether you are preparing for a procedure, studying the technique, or learning how a condition is assessed, the recording shows the process as it is performed in practice.

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