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🦾 Elbow Replacement Surgery . Total Elbow arthroplasty (TEA) has evolved dramatically since its inception in the ‘70s. Originally developed to treat severe rheumatoid arthritis, this innovative surgical procedure has expanded to help patients with various conditions including: - Severe #rheumatoidarthritis - Unrepairable fractures #ElbowSurgery - Advanced osteoarthritis - Significant post-traumatic arthritis - Patients w/ failed previous elbow surgeries . #ElbowReplacement involves replacing damaged joint surfaces w/ prosthetic components, either linked or unlinked. Modern implants are designed to replicate natural elbow movement while providing stability + pain relief. Success rates are impressive: - 90% survival rate at 5 yrs - 85% survival rate at 10 yrs - 83% survival rate at 15 yrs . While complications can occur, technological advances + improved surgical techniques have made elbow replacement safer and more reliable than ever. The most successful outcomes are seen in patients with rheumatoid arthritis, while trauma-related cases may have more variable results. Note: Age is not necessarily a limiting factor - recent studies show that patients over 80 can achieve excellent results when properly selected. . 👇 Dealing with Elbow arthritis and pain? SHARE your experience & insights
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