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Total knee arthroplasty.

J N Insall, R Binazzi, M Soudry

    Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
    |January 1, 1985
    PubMed
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    Tricompartmental total knee arthroplasty is standard for arthritis, with patellar resurfacing recommended. Proper alignment and ligament balancing are critical for success, while cemented fixation remains effective.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Biomedical Engineering

    Background:

    • Tricompartmental total knee arthroplasty is the standard surgical treatment for advanced knee arthritis.
    • Patellar resurfacing is frequently indicated during the procedure.
    • Optimal surgical techniques and component fixation remain areas of active investigation.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To review current best practices in tricompartmental total knee arthroplasty.
    • To discuss critical factors influencing arthroplasty outcomes, including alignment and ligament balancing.
    • To evaluate component fixation methods and common complications.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing literature on tricompartmental total knee arthroplasty.
    • Analysis of factors contributing to arthroplasty success and failure.

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  • Evaluation of cemented versus alternative fixation methods.
  • Assessment of patellar component considerations and complications.

    • Main Results:

    • Tricompartmental arthroplasty with patellar resurfacing is standard; cruciate ligament management yields equivalent results.
    • Correction of deformity relies on soft-tissue balancing, not bone resection.
    • Component alignment and ligament balance are critical for function and survival; failures often stem from malalignment or imbalance.
    • Cemented fixation is effective and the established standard; alternative methods require further validation.
    • Patellar fatigue fractures are now a leading cause of complications post-total knee arthroplasty.

    Conclusions:

    • Successful total knee arthroplasty hinges on meticulous alignment and ligament balancing.
    • Cemented fixation remains a reliable and effective method for component fixation.
    • Patellar complications represent a significant challenge requiring further research and improved surgical techniques.