What is Shoulder arthroplasty (left)?
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TYPES:Generic: Shoulder arthroplasty
Shoulder arthroplasty, also called shoulder replacement surgery, is usually done only after more conservative treatments (such as physical therapy, and nonsteroidal anti-inflammatory medications) have failed. The surgery is done to replace the bones of the shoulder joint with artificial joint parts.
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How do members experience Shoulder arthroplasty (left)?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osteoarthritis | 6 | 1 | |
| Alkaptonuria | 3 | 0 | |
| Broken shoulder | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Limited range of motion | 2 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 0 | |
| Moderate | 0 | |
| Mild | 1 | |
| None | 0 |
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