Massive Osteolysis and Pseudotumor Formation following Maestro Total Wrist Arthroplasty

Metallosis is a known complication of arthroplasty and has been reported for the hip, knee, and shoulder joints. Metallosis pseudotumors have been linked to an increased risk of implant failure. We report a case of pseudotumor with massive bone loss following total wrist arthroplasty (TWA) using the...

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Main Authors: Marcus Sagerfors, Daniel Reiser
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2024-01-01
Series:Case Reports in Orthopedics
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2024/1301778
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Summary:Metallosis is a known complication of arthroplasty and has been reported for the hip, knee, and shoulder joints. Metallosis pseudotumors have been linked to an increased risk of implant failure. We report a case of pseudotumor with massive bone loss following total wrist arthroplasty (TWA) using the Maestro implant. Revision to arthrodesis is possible, but issues with bone loss have to be addressed. We recommend caution in offering TWA to young patients with high functional demands.
ISSN:2090-6757