Total Knee Arthroplasty with Prior Ipsilateral Hip Arthrodesis
S Andrew Samborski1, David Quinzi1, Rishi Balkissoon1
1Department of Orthopaedics and Physical Performance, University of Rochester Medical Center, Rochester, NY, USA.
Arthroplasty Today
|October 6, 2020
Summary
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is challenging with hip fusion. This case report details novel positioning techniques for performing TKA in patients with ipsilateral hip arthrodesis, overcoming traditional limitations.
Area of Science:
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Arthroplasty
- Biomechanics
Background:
- Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is typically performed with the patient supine, utilizing positioning devices that require hip flexion.
- Performing TKA in patients with ipsilateral hip fusion presents a unique challenge due to the inability to achieve standard surgical positioning.
- There is a significant lack of literature addressing TKA in the context of prior ipsilateral hip arthrodesis.
