Publications by authors named "Vasileios Samdanis"
Shoulder Elbow
October 2020
Article Synopsis
- Total elbow arthroplasty (TEA) is primarily used for end-stage rheumatoid arthritis but has expanded to treat other conditions due to advancements in surgery.
- A systematic review of 49 studies showed a significant increase in TEA cases from 1980 to 2008, with a drop in the percentage of cases related to rheumatoid arthritis from 77% to 50%.
- TEA improved functional outcomes across various indications, although complication and revision rates differed significantly based on the underlying condition, highlighting the need for more research on alternative surgical uses.
