(M96.0) Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis

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820 667 in individuals diagnosis pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis confirmed

Diagnosis pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis is diagnosed Women are 0.39% more likely than Men

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Men receive the diagnosis pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis

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Women receive the diagnosis pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis

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Risk Group for the Disease pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis - Men and Women aged 55-59

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In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-94
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Less common in men the disease occurs at Age 0-1, 95+Less common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-5
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In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 5-95+

Disease Features pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis

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Absence or low individual and public risk
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Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis - what does this mean

Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis is a condition that occurs when a joint fusion or arthrodesis procedure fails to heal properly. this can cause instability and pain in the affected joint, as well as an inability to bear weight. it can be caused by inadequate immobilization of the joint, insufficient bone grafting, infection, or other factors.

What happens during the disease - pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis

Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis occurs when the bone fails to heal properly after surgery, resulting in an inadequate or incomplete fusion. this can be caused by a variety of factors, including insufficient immobilization, infection, poor bone quality, or inadequate surgical technique. as a result, the bones fail to form a solid union and instead form a non-union, or pseudarthrosis.

Clinical Pattern

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How does a doctor diagnose

  • Obtain a detailed medical history.
  • Perform a physical examination.
  • Order imaging studies, such as X-rays, CT scans, and/or MRI scans.
  • Evaluate range of motion of the affected joint.
  • Perform laboratory tests.
  • Perform a bone scan.
  • Perform an electromyography (EMG) study.

Treatment and Medical Assistance

Main goal of the treatment: To promote healing and prevent recurrence of the pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis.
  • Prescribe medications, such as antibiotics, to treat infection.
  • Provide physical therapy to improve range of motion and reduce pain.
  • Perform surgery to fix the pseudarthrosis and stabilize the joint.
  • Perform a bone graft to promote bone growth in the area.
  • Administer injections of corticosteroids to reduce inflammation.
  • Apply external fixation devices to stabilize the joint.
  • Recommend lifestyle changes such as weight loss and avoiding high-impact activities.
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18 Days of Hospitalization Required
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Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established

Pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis - Prevention

Prevention of pseudarthrosis after fusion or arthrodesis involves careful preoperative planning and execution of the procedure, including the use of appropriate bone grafts and fixation devices, as well as postoperative physical therapy to ensure proper healing. additionally, smoking cessation and maintaining a healthy body weight can help reduce the risk of pseudarthrosis.