title: Arthrodesis of the elbow.
abstract: Elbow arthrodesis (EA) is a procedure reserved for the salvage of failed elbow reconstruction or elbow injuries that defy reconstruction of a useful joint. Although arthrodesis of some joints is often straightforward and predictable, EA is technically difficult and associated with a high rate of complications. Furthermore, a successful EA does not translate to a gratifying clinical success. The functional limitations to activities of daily living and personal care are significant.
authors.affiliation: University of Washington, Seattle, WA, USA.
authors.forename: Lee M
authors.initials: LM
authors.lastname: Reichel
authors.forename: Brett P
authors.initials: BP
authors.lastname: Wiater
authors.forename: Jeffery
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Friedrich
authors.forename: Douglas P
authors.initials: DP
authors.lastname: Hanel
mesh_terms: D000328:Adult; D001174:Arthrodesis / Q000379:methods; D003646:Debridement; D004210:Dissection / Q000379:methods; D004551:Elbow Joint / Q000601:surgery*; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D006810:Humeral Fractures / Q000601:surgery*; D008297:Male; D012086:Reoperation; D055815:Young Adult