Elective Surgeries Flashcards Preview

MSK - Orthopedics > Elective Surgeries > Flashcards

Flashcards in Elective Surgeries Deck (9)
Loading flashcards...
1
Q

What does Arthroplasty mean?

A

Arthro - joint

Plastic - mouldable

Arthroplasty = reshaping of a joint

2
Q

What is the main serious complication of Arthroplasty?

A

Deep infection

3
Q

What is the mangement plan for a patient with a deep infection for more than 3 weeks following a joint replacement?

A

removal of all infected implants.

Left without a joint for 6 weeks

parenteral anti-biotics

Replace joint

4
Q

What is excision or resection arthroplasty?

A

removal of bone and cartilage from a joint.

Useful for smaller joints

5
Q

what is Arthrodesis?

A

Surgical stiffening or fusion of a joint

6
Q

Why would you consder arthrodesis?

A

Its useful for alleviting pain but kinda fucks the function of the joint

7
Q

In which joints would you consider arthrodesis?

A

end stage ankle arthritis

wrist arthritis

first MTP joint of the foot.

8
Q

What is an osteotomy?

A

Surgical realignment of bone

9
Q
A