Can hybrid hyaluronic acid represent a valid approach to treat rizoarthrosis? A retrospective comparative study.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Osteoarthritis (OA) of the trapeziometacarpal joint (TMJ) is a disabling condition with a significant impact on quality of life. The optimal management of hand OA requires a combination of non-pharmacological and pharmacological treatments that include intra-articular (i.a.) therapy. EULAR experts recommend corticosteroid injections in TMJ OA and underline the usefulness of hyaluronic acid (HA). The aim of this study was the assessment of the efficacy and tolerability of i.a. injections of a hybrid formulation of HA (Sinovial H-L®) in comparison to triamcinolone in patients with TMJ OA.

Methods

This 6-months observational comparative study, retrospective analyzed the medical records of 100 patients with monolateral or bilateral TMJ OA, treated with two injections

SUBMITTER: Tenti S 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC5684762 | biostudies-literature | 2017 Nov

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature