Triangular fibrocartilage complex repair
Description
An surgical procedure to repair the triangular fibrocartiage complex (TFCC). The surgeon can either make an incision and open up the TFCC, or use a smaller incision and use a small camera to perform the repair (arthroscopic approach).
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Common Complications
Complications include injury to the joint, ligaments, cartilage, nerves or blood vessels. All surgery comes with the risk of injection and blood clots. General anesthesia runs the risk of allergic reactions or breathing problems.
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