The development of a surface arthroplasty for the elbow

Complex kinematics, anatomical features, and load distribution have contributed to the poor function of constrained and semiconstrained cemented arthroplasties of the elbow. Resurfacing by porous-coated components has the potential, by reproduction of normal joint geometry and restoration of ligamen...

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Published inClinical orthopaedics and related research no. 208; p. 100
Main Authors Sorbie, C, Shiba, R, Siu, D, Saunders, G, Wevers, H
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.07.1986
Subjects
Elbow Joint - diagnostic imaging
Elbow Joint - surgery
Female
Humans
Humerus - surgery
Joint Prosthesis
Male
Methods
Prosthesis Design
Radiography
Radius - surgery
Surface Properties
Ulna - surgery
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Summary:Complex kinematics, anatomical features, and load distribution have contributed to the poor function of constrained and semiconstrained cemented arthroplasties of the elbow. Resurfacing by porous-coated components has the potential, by reproduction of normal joint geometry and restoration of ligament balance, to re-create relatively normal kinematics and load-bearing and provide relief of pain. A method was developed to provide information on the geometry of the lower humeral joint surface and olecranon fossa. The information gained was used to design components to resurface the trochlea, capitellum, and olecranon fossa. A technique was also developed to remove a minimal amount of subchondral bone from the ulna and humerus in a precisely directed fashion for exact fit of the porous-coated components.
ISSN:0009-921X
DOI:10.1097/00003086-198607000-00021