Abstract:Background:
Growing use of pyrocarbon implants in upper extremity arthroplasty has culminated in a breadth of literature ascertaining outcomes and complications at long-term follow-up. However, at present, the literature remains devoid of studies synthesizing the available evidence for upper extremity surgeons to adequately assess the safety and utility of these implants relative to other available options.
Methods:
A systematic search of the National Library of Medicine, MEDLINE, and Embase databases was pe… Show more
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