[Endoprosthesis of the knee joint]

The experience of primary total endoprosthesis of a knee joint for restoration of its motility and stability was presented. Prostheses "Zimmer MG II", "Zimmer I B II", "Richards-Genesis", "Richards-Trigon-C", "Aesculap Mul. II", "Howmedica-kinematics" were implanted in 16 patients with gonarthrosis and rheumatoid arthritis stage III. One to four-year follow-up result after the operation was excellent in 68.75% patients, good--in 25%, fair--in 6.25%.