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Which surgery first?
If total wrist fusion and elbow joint replacement (same arm - dominant) have been recommended, which surgery would ideally come first?
Thank you for your advice. This week I had ultrasound-guided hydrodissection for my median nerve. This will hopefully alleviate some of my wrist symptoms. If the wrist 'settles down' as hoped, I think the elbow probably warrants attention first. Have seen 2 orthopods, both happy with whatever I decide. Thanks again for your response.
MEDICAL PROFESSIONAL
Hi there!
Either could be done first, though an orthopedician may prefer a joint replacement first over the fusion. I would suggest discussing this with your treating orthopedician.
Hope this is helpful.
Take care!
Either could be done first, though an orthopedician may prefer a joint replacement first over the fusion. I would suggest discussing this with your treating orthopedician.
Hope this is helpful.
Take care!
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