What is the capsulodesis surgery?

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Mom of Kelsey
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What is the capsulodesis surgery?

Post by Mom of Kelsey »

I have been reading alot about the capsulodesis surgery but dont have any idea what this is.. can anyone let me know? thanks Denise
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francine
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Re: What is the capsulodesis surgery?

Post by francine »

It is the repair of a dislocated joint.

The bone is put back in the joint and the tendons are tightened.

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Nicole M
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Re: What is the capsulodesis surgery?

Post by Nicole M »

Yes our baby's humeral head was dislocated and sutured back in place.
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