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Total knee replacement in haemophilia.

N J Goddard1, E C Rodriguez-Merchan, J D Wiedel

  • 1Department of Orthopaedics, Royal Free Hospital School of Medicine, London, UK.

Haemophilia : the Official Journal of the World Federation of Hemophilia
|May 16, 2002
PubMed
Summary

Total knee replacement (TKR) is effective for hemophilic joint arthropathy. While infection risks are higher, especially in HIV-positive patients with low CD4 counts, modern techniques improve outcomes.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Hematology
  • Infectious Diseases

Background:

  • Hemophilic joint arthropathy significantly impacts quality of life.
  • Total knee replacement (TKR) is considered for advanced arthropathy.
  • Haemophilic patients face elevated risks for surgical complications, particularly infection.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the safety and efficacy of TKR in managing hemophilic joint arthropathy.
  • To identify specific risk factors for complications in this patient population.
  • To assess the impact of modern surgical techniques on TKR outcomes in haemophilic patients.

Main Methods:

  • Review of TKR procedures in patients with hemophilia.
  • Analysis of post-operative infection rates and other complications.

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  • Comparison of outcomes between haemophilic and non-haemophilic patient cohorts.
  • Identification of patient subgroups at higher risk (e.g., HIV-positive with low CD4 counts).

    • Main Results:

    • TKR is a safe and effective treatment for hemophilic joint arthropathy.
    • Increased risk of post-operative infection observed in haemophilic patients compared to controls.
    • HIV-positive haemophilic patients with CD4 counts < 200 cells/mm³ represent a high-risk group.
    • Contemporary surgical techniques have reduced complication rates.

    Conclusions:

    • Total knee replacement is a viable option for hemophilic joint arthropathy.
    • Vigilance for infection and other complications is crucial, particularly in at-risk subgroups.
    • Advancements in surgical techniques are improving TKR outcomes in haemophilic patients, approaching those of the general population.