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Fitch AA, Terhune EB, Cohn MR, Wright-Chisem J, Weatherford BM, Williams JC. Periprosthetic Tibial Plateau Fractures After Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty Are Successfully Treated With Open Reduction and Internal Fixation. Orthopedics 2022; 45:287-292. [PMID: 35485885 DOI: 10.3928/01477447-20220425-04] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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Periprosthetic tibial fractures after unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) are rare but devastating events. Given the relative infrequency of these injuries, treatment strategies are not well defined. The goal of this retrospective case series is to report the findings for a series of patients who underwent open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) of periprosthetic fracture after UKA, including radiographic alignment, Knee Society Score (KSS), and failure rate. Patients were identified by the International Classification of Diseases code for periprosthetic tibial plateau fractures. Electronic medical records and radiographs were retrospectively reviewed. Fracture patterns and coronal and sagittal alignment of UKA components were measured on radiographs. Clinical outcomes, including range of motion assessment, visual analog scale pain score, and KSS, were collected at final follow-up. Eight patients satisfied the inclusion criteria for this study. Fractures occurred at a median of 14 days (range, 5-52 days) after UKA, and all showed a vertical shear pattern that exited at the meta-diaphyseal junction. Of the 8 fractures, 7 (87.5%) healed to radiographic and clinical union after the initial ORIF. One patient required reoperation for hardware failure. Mean visual analog scale pain score and KSS at final follow-up were 3 and 85±14, respectively. Periprosthetic tibial plateau fractures after UKA commonly occur as a vertical shear fracture exiting at the metadiaphyseal junction. The use of ORIF with a 3.5-mm plate in buttress mode is a reliable method for treatment of these fractures. Restoration of alignment and motion is achievable, but residual pain may affect patient-reported outcome scores. [Orthopedics. 2022;45(5):287-292.].
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Burger JA, Jager T, Dooley MS, Zuiderbaan HA, Kerkhoffs GMMJ, Pearle AD. Comparable incidence of periprosthetic tibial fractures in cementless and cemented unicompartmental knee arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2022; 30:852-874. [PMID: 33528591 PMCID: PMC8901491 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-021-06449-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 8.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2020] [Accepted: 01/11/2021] [Indexed: 12/18/2022]
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PURPOSE (I) To determine the incidence of periprosthetic tibial fractures in cemented and cementless unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) and (II) to summarize the existing evidence on characteristics and risk factors of periprosthetic fractures in UKA. METHODS Pubmed, Cochrane and Embase databases were comprehensively searched. Any clinical, laboratory or case report study describing information on proportion, characteristics or risk factors of periprosthetic tibial fractures in UKA was included. Proportion meta-analysis was performed to estimate the incidence of fractures only using data from clinical studies. Information on characteristics and risk factors was evaluated and summarized. RESULTS A total of 81 studies were considered to be eligible for inclusion. Based on 41 clinical studies, incidences of fractures were 1.24% (95%CI 0.64-2.41) for cementless and 1.58% (95%CI 1.06-2.36) for cemented UKAs (9451 UKAs). The majority of fractures in the current literature occurred during surgery or presented within 3 months postoperatively (91 of 127; 72%) and were non-traumatic (95 of 113; 84%). Six different fracture types were observed in 21 available radiographs. Laboratory studies revealed that an excessive interference fit (press fit), excessive tibial bone resection, a sagittal cut too deep posteriorly and low bone mineral density (BMD) reduce the force required for a periprosthetic tibial fracture to occur. Clinical studies showed that periprosthetic tibial fractures were associated with increased body mass index and postoperative alignment angles, advanced age, decreased BMD, female gender, and a very overhanging medial tibial condyle. CONCLUSION Comparable low incidences of periprosthetic tibial fractures in cementless and cemented UKA can be achieved. However, surgeons should be aware that an excessive interference fit in cementless UKAs in combination with an impaction technique may introduce an additional risk, and could therefore be less forgiving to surgical errors and patients who are at higher risk of periprosthetic tibial fractures. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE V.
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- Joost A Burger
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Computer Assisted Surgery Center, Hospital for Special Surgery, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, 535 East 70th St, New York, NY, 10021, USA.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Spaarne Gasthuis, Hoofddorp, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Computer Assisted Surgery Center, Hospital for Special Surgery, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, 535 East 70th St, New York, NY, 10021, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Noordwest Ziekenhuisgroep, Alkmaar, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Amsterdam Movement Sciences (AMS), Amsterdam University Medical Centers, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Computer Assisted Surgery Center, Hospital for Special Surgery, Weill Medical College of Cornell University, 535 East 70th St, New York, NY, 10021, USA
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Mohler SA, Stambough JB, Mears SC, Barnes CL, Stronach BM. A Review of Periprosthetic Tibial Fractures: Diagnosis and Treatment. Orthop Clin North Am 2021; 52:357-368. [PMID: 34538348 DOI: 10.1016/j.ocl.2021.05.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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Periprosthetic fracture occurring during or after total knee arthroplasty is a rare injury. Literature concerning periprosthetic tibial factures is sparse, and there is limited guidance for evidence-based management. This review aims to provide readers with an overview of the epidemiology, risk factors, and classification of these fractures. Management includes nonoperative treatment of nondisplaced fractures, fixation for those with stable implants, and revision for those with loose implants.
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- Samantha A Mohler
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W Markham St, Mail Slot # 531, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W Markham St, Mail Slot # 531, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W Markham St, Mail Slot # 531, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W Markham St, Mail Slot # 531, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences, 4301 W Markham St, Mail Slot # 531, Little Rock, AR 72205, USA.
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Pegg EC, Walter J, D'Lima DD, Fregly BJ, Gill HS, Murray DW. Minimising tibial fracture after unicompartmental knee replacement: A probabilistic finite element study. Clin Biomech (Bristol, Avon) 2020; 73:46-54. [PMID: 31935599 PMCID: PMC10135372 DOI: 10.1016/j.clinbiomech.2019.12.014] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/28/2019] [Revised: 12/11/2019] [Accepted: 12/16/2019] [Indexed: 02/07/2023]
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BACKGROUND Periprosthetic tibial fracture after unicompartmental knee replacement is a challenging post-operative complication. Patients have an increased risk of mortality after fracture, the majority undergo further surgery, and the revision operations are less successful. Inappropriate surgical technique increases the risk of fracture, but it is unclear which technical aspects of the surgery are most problematic and no research has been performed on how surgical factors interact. METHODS Firstly, this study quantified the typical variance in surgical cuts made during unicompartmental knee replacement (determined from bones prepared by surgeons during an instructional course). Secondly, these measured distributions were used to create a probabilistic finite element model of the tibia after replacement. A thousand finite element models were created using the Monte Carlo method, representing 1000 virtual operations, and the risk of tibial fracture was assessed. FINDINGS Multivariate linear regression of the results showed that excessive resection depth and making the vertical cut too deep posteriorly increased the risk of fracture. These two parameters also had high variability in the prepared synthetic bones. The regression equation calculated the risk of fracture from three cut parameters (resection depth, vertical and horizonal posterior cuts) and fit the model results with 90% correlation. INTERPRETATION This study introduces for the first time the application of a probabilistic approach to predict the aetiology of fracture after unicompartmental knee replacement, providing unique insight into the relative importance of surgical saw cut variations. Targeted changes to operative technique can now be considered to seek to reduce the risk of periprosthetic fracture.
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- Elise C Pegg
- Centre for Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Bath, UK.
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- Shiley Center for Orthopaedic Research & Education, Scripps Clinic, La Jolla, CA, USA
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Rice University, Houston, TX, USA
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- Centre for Orthopaedic Biomechanics, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Bath, UK; Centre for Therapeutic Innovation, Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Bath, UK
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- Nuffield Department of Orthopaedics, Rheumatology and Musculoskeletal Sciences, University of Oxford, Oxford, UK
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Schreiner AJ, Schmidutz F, Ateschrang A, Ihle C, Stöckle U, Ochs BG, Gonser C. Periprosthetic tibial fractures in total knee arthroplasty - an outcome analysis of a challenging and underreported surgical issue. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2018; 19:323. [PMID: 30200931 PMCID: PMC6131855 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-018-2250-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/09/2018] [Accepted: 08/27/2018] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Background Periprosthetic fractures after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) are an increasing problem and challenging to treat. The tibial side is commonly less affected than the femoral side wherefore few studies and case reports are available. The aim of this study was to analyze the outcome of periprosthetic tibial fractures and compare our data with current literature. Methods All periprosthetic tibial TKA fractures that were treated at our Level 1 Trauma Center between 2011 and 2015 were included and analyzed consecutively. The Felix classification was used to assess the fracture type and evaluation included the radiological and clinical outcome (Knee Society Score/KSS, Oxford Knee Score/OKS). Results From a total of 50 periprosthetic TKA fractures, 9 cases (7 female, 2 male; 2 cruciate retaining, 7 constrained TKAs) involving the tibial side were identified. The mean age in this group was 77 (65–85) years with a follow-up rate of 67% after a mean of 22 (0–36) months. The Felix classification showed type IB (n = 1), type IIB (n = 2), type IIIA (n = 4) and type IIIB (n = 2) and surgical intervention included ORIF (n = 6), revision arthroplasty (n = 1), arthrodesis (n = 1) and amputation (n = 1). The rate of adverse events and revision was 55.6% including impaired wound healing, infection and re-fracture respectively peri-implant fracture. Main revision surgery included soft tissue surgery, arthrodesis, amputation and re-osteosynthesis. The clinical outcome showed a mean OKS of 29 (19–39) points and a functional/knee KSS of 53 (40–70)/41 (17–72) points. Radiological analyses showed 4 cases of malalignment after reduction and plate fixation. Conclusions Periprosthetic tibial fractures predominantly affect elderly patients with a reduced bone quality and reveal a high complication rate. Careful operative planning with individual solutions respecting the individual patient condition is crucial. If ORIF with a plate is considered, restoration of the correct alignment and careful soft tissue management including minimal invasive procedures seem important factors for the postoperative outcome.
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- Anna Janine Schreiner
- BG Trauma Center Tübingen, Eberhard Karls University Tübingen, Schnarrenbergstrasse 95, 72076, Tübingen, Germany
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- BG Trauma Center Tübingen, Eberhard Karls University Tübingen, Schnarrenbergstrasse 95, 72076, Tübingen, Germany.,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, University of Munich (LMU), Marchioninistraße 15, 81377, Munich, Germany
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- BG Trauma Center Tübingen, Eberhard Karls University Tübingen, Schnarrenbergstrasse 95, 72076, Tübingen, Germany
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- BG Trauma Center Tübingen, Eberhard Karls University Tübingen, Schnarrenbergstrasse 95, 72076, Tübingen, Germany
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- BG Trauma Center Tübingen, Eberhard Karls University Tübingen, Schnarrenbergstrasse 95, 72076, Tübingen, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical Center, Faculty of Medicine, Albert-Ludwigs-University of Freiburg, Hugstetter Str. 55, 79106, Freiburg, Germany.
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- BG Trauma Center Tübingen, Eberhard Karls University Tübingen, Schnarrenbergstrasse 95, 72076, Tübingen, Germany
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Kirchhoff C, Kirchhoff S, Biberthaler P. [Classification of periprosthetic shoulder fractures]. Unfallchirurg 2016; 119:264-72. [PMID: 26992712 DOI: 10.1007/s00113-016-0159-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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The key targets in the treatment of periprosthetic humeral fractures (PHF) are the preservation of bone, successful bony consolidation and provision of a stable anchoring of the prosthesis with the major goal of restoring the shoulder-arm function. A substantial problem of periprosthetic shoulder fractures is the fact that treatment is determined not only by the fracture itself but also by the implanted prosthesis and its function. Consequently, the exact preoperative shoulder function and, in the case of an implanted anatomical prosthesis, the status and function of the rotator cuff need to be assessed in order to clarify the possibility of a secondarily occurring malfunction. Of equal importance in this context is the type of implanted prosthesis. The existing classification systems of Wright and Cofield, Campbell et al., Groh et al. and Worland et al. have several drawbacks from a shoulder surgeon's point of view, such as a missing reference to the great variability of the available prostheses and the lack of an evaluation of rotator cuff function. The presented 6‑stage classification for the evaluation of periprosthetic fractures of the shoulder can be considered just as simple or complex to understand as the classification of the working group for osteosynthesis problems (AO, Arbeitsgemeinschaft für Osteosynthesefragen), depending on the viewpoint. From our point of view the classification presented here encompasses the essential points of the existing classification systems and also covers the otherwise missing points, which should be considered in the assessment of such periprosthetic fractures. The classification presented here should provide helpful assistance in the daily routine to find the most convenient form of therapy.
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- C Kirchhoff
- Sektion Schulter- und Ellenbogentraumatologie, Klinik und Poliklinik für Unfallchirurgie, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, Ismaningerstrasse 22, 81675, München, Deutschland.
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- Institut für Klinische Radiologie, Ludwig-Maximilians Universität München, Campus Innenstadt, München, Deutschland.,Radiologie Starnberger See, Klinikum Starnberg, Starnberg, Deutschland
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- Sektion Schulter- und Ellenbogentraumatologie, Klinik und Poliklinik für Unfallchirurgie, Klinikum rechts der Isar, Technische Universität München, Ismaningerstrasse 22, 81675, München, Deutschland
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Biomechanical evaluation of proximal tibial behavior following unicondylar knee arthroplasty: modified resected surface with corresponding surgical technique. Med Eng Phys 2011; 33:1175-82. [PMID: 21741289 DOI: 10.1016/j.medengphy.2011.05.007] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/16/2011] [Revised: 05/11/2011] [Accepted: 05/11/2011] [Indexed: 11/22/2022]
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Persistent pain and periprosthetic fracture of the proximal tibia are troublesome complications in modern unicondylar knee arthroplasty (UKA). Surgical errors and acute corners on the resected surface can place excessive strains on the bone, leading to bone degeneration. This study attempted to lower strains by altering the orthogonal geometry and avoiding extended vertical saw cuts. Finite element models were utilized to predict biomechanical behavior and were subsequently compared against experimental data. On the resected surface of the extended saw cut model, the greatest strains showed a 50% increase over a standard implant; conversely, the strains decreased by 40% for the radial-corner shaped model. For all UKA models, the peak strains below the resection level increased by 40% relative to an intact tibia. There was no significant difference among the implanted models. This study demonstrated that a large increase in strains arises on the tibial plateau to resist a cantilever-like bending moment following UKA. Surgical errors generally weaken the tibial support and increase the risk of fractures. This study provides guidance on altering the orthogonal geometry into a radial-shape to reduce strains and avoid degenerative remodeling. Furthermore, it could be expected that predrilling a posteriorly sloped tunnel through the tibia prior to cutting could achieve greater accuracy in surgical preparations.
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Lisowski LA, van den Bekerom MPJ, Pilot P, van Dijk CN, Lisowski AE. Oxford Phase 3 unicompartmental knee arthroplasty: medium-term results of a minimally invasive surgical procedure. Knee Surg Sports Traumatol Arthrosc 2011; 19:277-84. [PMID: 20640402 PMCID: PMC3023856 DOI: 10.1007/s00167-010-1213-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 71] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/07/2009] [Accepted: 06/29/2010] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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PURPOSE in the last decade, a major increase in the use of and interest in unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) has developed. The Oxford Phase 3 UKA is implanted with a minimally invasive technique using newly developed instruments. The objective of this prospective study was to evaluate the outcome of UKA in patients with medial osteoarthritis of the knee in a high-volume unit. METHODS two-hundred and forty-four UKAs were performed with a minimally invasive approach. The median age was 72 (43-91) years. The median follow-up was 4.2 years (range 1-10.4 years). Fourteen patients died, and nine were considered to be lost to follow-up, but all had a well-functioning prosthesis in situ until their last follow-up. Pain, function and health-related quality of life were evaluated pre- and postoperatively using patient- and assessor-based outcome scores, as well as radiographic evidence. RESULTS the mean Knee Society knee and function scores, WOMAC-scores, Oxford-score and VAS pain and satisfaction all improved. Nine knees required revision. Eleven patients required an additional arthroscopic procedure due to persisting pain secondary to intra-articular pathology, and four patients required manipulation under anaesthesia because of limited range of motion. The 7-year cumulative survival rate of the arthroplasty was 94.4%. A low incidence (21%) of a radiolucent line beneath the tibial component was observed at 5 years of follow-up. CONCLUSION this study showed a high survival rate of the Oxford Phase 3 UKA. Patient satisfaction and functional performance were also very high. Major complication rate was low; in addition, the incidence of radiolucency under the tibial component, when compared to present literature, was low. When strict indication criteria are followed, excellent, durable, and in our opinion reliable, results can be expected for this procedure.
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- Lukas A. Lisowski
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Academic Medical Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands ,Het Bergske 4, 6417 GN Heerlen, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Reinier de Graaf Gasthuis, Delft, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Academic Medical Center Amsterdam, Amsterdam, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Atrium Medical Centre, Kerkrade/Heerlen/Brunssum, The Netherlands
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Maduekwe UI, Zywiel MG, Bonutti PM, Johnson AJ, Delanois RE, Mont MA. Scientific evidence for the use of modern unicompartmental knee arthroplasty. Expert Rev Med Devices 2010; 7:219-39. [PMID: 20214428 DOI: 10.1586/erd.09.65] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Unicompartmental knee arthroplasty as a surgical treatment for monocompartmental knee arthritis remains a controversial procedure with questions surrounding the benefits and survivorship of the procedure versus osteotomies or total knee arthroplasties. The authors, by examining the complete body of literature for scientific evidence concerning the procedure, will describe the history of usage of these prostheses, their rationale for usage, modern devices and their results, and why they may have advantages as a treatment modality for monocompartmental knee arthritis. Outcomes of current unicompartmental designs will be presented and evaluated to determine which aspects of the design and patient selection technique are associated with success or failure. Commonly asked questions regarding the use of these devices will be addressed. The authors will also describe some potential modifications that might affect the use of these components in the future, including minimally invasive procedures and robotics, and how these devices may change over the next 5 years.
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- Uma I Maduekwe
- Rubin Institute for Advanced Orthopedics, Center for Joint Preservation and Replacement, Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, 2401 West Belvedere Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21215, USA
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