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Patellar complications after total condylar arthroplasty

M L Clayton, R Thirupathi

    Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
    |October 1, 1982
    PubMed
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    Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and patellar replacement had a 9% complication rate. Surgical techniques focus on preserving patellar blood supply and avoiding excess bone removal to improve outcomes.

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    Area of Science:

    • Orthopedic Surgery
    • Biomedical Engineering

    Background:

    • Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a common procedure for knee osteoarthritis.
    • Complications can arise from patellar management during TKA.
    • Patellectomy can lead to significant knee weakness.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To report the complication incidence in early TKA and patellar replacement experiences.
    • To recommend surgical techniques for improved patellar component outcomes.
    • To evaluate the functional results of patellectomy.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of complications in TKA and patellar replacement over three years.
    • Analysis of patellar fracture and subluxation incidence.
    • Description of recommended surgical techniques including prosthesis design and lateral release.
    • Assessment of outcomes following patellectomy and immobilization.

    Main Results:

    • A 9% complication rate was observed in the initial three years of TKA and patellar replacement.
    • No patellar fractures or subluxations occurred in TKAs with patellar replacement.
    • Patellectomy resulted in weak knees, with immobilization failing to yield excellent functional results.

    Conclusions:

    • Specific prosthesis design (right/left femoral components, lateral patellar groove slant) is recommended.
    • Minimally invasive surgical techniques, preserving blood supply and fat pad, are crucial.
    • Patellar preservation is superior to patellectomy for maintaining knee strength and function.

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