Wrist surgery, including arthroscopy, can have potential drawbacks such as:

1. Failure to relieve symptoms or heal the repair
2. Weakness in the wrist post-surgery.
3. Risks of anesthesia, including allergic reactions or breathing problems.
4. Infection, bleeding, or blood clots.
5. Loss of wrist motion (e.g., in wrist fu Show Full Answer

Wrist surgery, including arthroscopy, can have potential drawbacks such as:

1. Failure to relieve symptoms or heal the repair.
2. Weakness in the wrist post-surgery.
3. Risks of anesthesia, including allergic reactions or breathing problems.
4. Infection, bleeding, or blood clots.
5. Loss of wrist motion (e.g., in wrist fusion surgery).
6. Long recovery time if extensive tissue repair is needed.

Always discuss risks with your doctor.

 This AI-generated response comes from myRAteam and other selected sources. It is not a substitute for medical advice. Always ask your doctor about specific health concerns.

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