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Bicruciate Retaining Total Knee Arthroplasty: Short-Term Clinical Outcomes Using a Novel Prosthesis
Alfred J Tria1, Dexter K Bateman2, Jared S Preston3
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rutgers-Robert Wood Johnson Medical School, 51 French Street, MEB 425, New Brunswick, NJ 08901.
Journal of Long-Term Effects of Medical Implants
|August 9, 2021
Summary
Bicruciate retaining total knee arthroplasty (TKA) may offer better function by preserving knee anatomy. This study reports early clinical and radiographic outcomes for a new bicruciate retaining TKA design.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
- Knee Biomechanics
Background:
- Renewed interest exists in bicruciate retaining (BCR) total knee arthroplasty (TKA).
- BCR TKA aims to preserve native knee anatomy and kinematics.
- Theoretical advantages suggest improved functional outcomes over posterior stabilized (PS) and cruciate retaining (CR) TKA.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the early clinical outcomes of a novel BCR TKA design.
- To assess the early radiographic results of this new BCR TKA.
Main Methods:
- A novel bicruciate retaining total knee arthroplasty design was utilized.
- Early clinical assessments were performed.
- Radiographic evaluations were conducted.
Main Results:
- Early clinical results are reported.
- Early radiographic results are reported.
Conclusions:
- The study provides initial findings on a new BCR TKA.
- Further investigation into long-term outcomes is warranted.
