全腕关节置换手术由Thomas Trumble

                               
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With arthritis of the elbow, even simple movement can be extremely painful.  This is common with rheumatoid arthritis but can also follow trauma.  To replace an elbow joint, a posterior surgical approach first protects the ulnar nerve.  Then arthritic portions of humerus and ulna are removed and a metal joint is cemented into place.  The triceps muscle is reattached using sutures.  This procedure can provide pain relief and restore joint motion.