A reappraisal of synovectomy and radial-head excision in rheumatoid arthritis.
A review of the literature reveals that radial-head excision for rheumatoid destruction of the elbow is a worthwhile operation, producing complete pain relief in many and substantial improvement in approximately 75%. Recurrence of symptoms eventually occurs in 50% patients.
D001172:Arthritis, Rheumatoid / Q000601:surgery*; D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D011884:Radius / Q000601:surgery*; D000074402:Synovectomy