Traumatic anterior knee dislocation after total knee arthroplasty.
Richard S Ahn1, Matthew J Brown1, Mario D Santilli1
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University at Buffalo, Buffalo, NY, USA.
Arthroplasty Today
|March 23, 2017
Summary
A traumatic anterior knee dislocation can occur in patients with a total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Prompt evaluation including physical exam and imaging is crucial due to risks of neurovascular injury and knee instability.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
- Traumatology
Background:
- Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a common procedure for knee osteoarthritis.
- Complications after TKA can significantly impact patient function.
- Traumatic injuries to TKA implants are rare but serious.
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