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[The AGILITY ankle: mid- and long-term results].

F G Alvine1, S F Conti

  • 1Alvine Orthopaedic Foot & Ankle Ctr, Sioux Falls, SD 57103, USA. oaltd@aol.com

Der Orthopade
|April 7, 2006
PubMed
Summary

The AGILITY ankle prosthesis offers reliable results with careful surgical technique and monitoring. Early detection and correction of complications can prevent failures and maintain the implant, benefiting more patients with the new LP System.

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Area of Science:

  • Orthopedic Surgery
  • Biomedical Engineering
  • Prosthetics and Orthotics

Context:

  • The AGILITY ankle prosthesis has a 20-year clinical history.
  • Extensive surgical experience with 1,075 AGILITY ankle implants documented.
  • Focus on follow-up data from 775 implants performed by the primary author.

Purpose:

  • To present the concept and design of the AGILITY ankle prosthesis.
  • To share specific follow-up data on a large cohort of AGILITY ankle implants.
  • To highlight the importance of surgical awareness and postoperative monitoring for optimal outcomes.

Summary:

  • The AGILITY Ankle System provides reliable and predictable outcomes when complex surgical procedures are managed with meticulous postoperative care.
  • Preventable failures, such as syndesmotic nonunion, hindfoot valgus, and fractures, can be mitigated through early detection and intervention.
  • The introduction of the new LP System enhances prosthesis adaptability for a wider patient demographic.

Impact:

  • Demonstrates the long-term viability and effectiveness of the AGILITY ankle prosthesis.
  • Provides insights into preventing common complications, improving patient outcomes.
  • Suggests enhanced future applications and patient suitability with the LP System.

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