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    Acta Orthop Scand. 1983 Aug;54(4):592-5.

    External compression arthrodesis of the shoulder joint.

    Abstract

    Compression arthrodesis of the shoulder was carried out in 16 patients. One case of postoperative infection healed by conservative treatment, and all but one had primary fusion. With a median of 12 years follow-up, 12 patients were examined clinically and radiologically; one patient was lost to follow-up and three patients were dead. The result was rated as good by 10 patients and as improved by two patients. External compression arthrodesis was found to be a safe and easy way to achieve solid fusion of the shoulder joint. Arthroplasty and arthrodesis of the shoulder joint are complementary operations, applicable in different clinical situations.

    PMID:
    6670475
    [PubMed - indexed for MEDLINE]

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