chemosynoviorthesis

Chemosynoviorthesis: Treatment, Effects & Risks

Chemosynoviorthesis is the name given to a procedure used in the therapy of arthritic changes in the synovium (synovial membrane, joint mucosa) in inflammatory joint diseases. Analogous to radiosynoviorthesis (injection of radioactive substances), a chemical pharmaceutical is injected into the affected joint to obliterate the synovial membrane. What is chemosynoviorthesis? Chemosynoviorthesis represents a therapeutic procedure … Chemosynoviorthesis: Treatment, Effects & Risks

Contraindication | Chemosynoviorthesis

Contraindication Pregnant women and patients with existing liver and/or kidney disease are excluded from treatment by chemical synoviorthesis. Aftercare The treated joint should be protected for a period of 48 hours. For joints of the lower extremity, this means relief of the leg and mobilisation of the patient on two forearm crutches or in a … Contraindication | Chemosynoviorthesis

Chemosynoviorthesis

Synonyms in a broader sense chemical destruction of the joint mucosa (synovitis) Introduction Chronic polyarthritis (rheumatism) is a chronic inflammatory joint disease that requires interdisciplinary treatment. The first point of contact is the rheumatology specialist orthopaedist and internist. Rheumatic treatment consists of medication, physiotherapy, ergotherapy, physical therapy and, if necessary, surgery. While the classical medicines … Chemosynoviorthesis