Bergk K H, Koob E, Thümler P
Handchirurgie. 1980;12(1-2):109-12.
In the University of Essen Orthopaedic Clinic a lunate prosthesis was developed. Three different sizes are available. The strongest indication for this prosthesis is complete destruction of the lunate. Advanced arthritis and heavy manual work are contraindications. Since 1974, fourteen prostheses have been implanted. Nine patients have been followed for an average of 2.1 years. Range of motion and strength of the wrist were reduced on the average of 50 percent. A higher proportion is free of pain despite evidence of progressive arthritis. This prosthesis may be a reasonable treatment modality for a problem without good therapeutic alternatives.
在埃森大学骨科诊所研发出了一种月骨假体。有三种不同尺寸可供选择。该假体最主要的适应证是月骨完全破坏。晚期关节炎和繁重的体力劳动是禁忌证。自1974年以来，已植入了14个假体。9名患者得到了随访，平均随访时间为2.1年。腕关节的活动范围和力量平均降低了50%。尽管有进行性关节炎的迹象，但仍有较高比例的患者没有疼痛。对于一个没有良好治疗选择的问题，这种假体可能是一种合理的治疗方式。
