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Treatment of Ankle Osteoarthritis with Total Ankle Replacement Through a Lateral Transfibular Approach
Published on: January 24, 2018
[Short-term results after STAR total ankle replacement]
1Baumann-Klinik, Karl-Olga-Krankenhaus, Hackstrasse 61, 70190, Stuttgart. ralf.schoenherr@karl-olga-krankenhaus.de
Background:
This retrospective study was performed to investigate the clinical and radiological results after STAR total ankle replacement.
Material And Methods:
Between January 2000 and September 2004, 49 patients with an average age of 62.5 years underwent total ankle replacement with the STAR prosthesis. At an average follow-up of 30.4 months, 48 patients were examined clinically and radiologically. The Kofoed ankle score and the patients' subjective satisfaction were evaluated.
Results:
The operation improved the Kofoed ankle score significantly, from 28 to 86 points, 90% of the patients were satisfied with the results. The revision rate was 10%.
Conclusion:
The early results after implantation of the STAR ankle prosthesis are encouraging. With correct indication, a high rate of pain reduction and patient satisfaction can be achieved. The long-term benefit of this procedure has yet to be determined.
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