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Fell in 2007 and tore the scapholunate ligament in my left wrist.recomendation is partial or total arthrodesis. other alternatives?
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There are some : Partial arthrodesis is the most common procedure for an old ligament tear. The other option is what is called a proximal row carpectomy. It's only advantage is that you don't have to wait for the bones to heal.
Answered 5/30/2013
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YES: Partial or total arthrodesis or proximal row carpectomy depending on xr and mri.
Answered 2/8/2013
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A proximal row: Carpectomy is sometimes suggested depending upon the pattern and degree of arthritic changes in the wrist. Speak to your doctor regarding the risks, benefits and indications for this and the other plans you have described. The issue with a sl ligament injury is that the scaphoid abnormally wears at the radius and the capitate may become affected as the wrist "collapses" with variation existing.
Answered 1/1/2023
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