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We report our experience with sacroiliac joint arthrodesis in cases of overt osteoarthritis. Twenty-two operations were performed over a period of 3.5 years and reviewed between 12 and 55 months postoperatively. The clinical picture and diagnostic steps are discussed. We conclude that if the selection of patients is strict we can expect 70% satisfactory results.
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Waisbrod, H., Krainick, J.U. & Gerbershagen, H.U. Sacroiliac joint arthrodesis for chronic lower back pain. Arch. Orth. Traum. Surg. 106, 238–240 (1987). https://doi.org/10.1007/BF00450461
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