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[Long-term results of total ankle replacement]
1Department of Orthopedics, Ninth People's Hospital Shanghai Second Medical University.
Zhonghua Wai Ke Za Zhi [Chinese Journal of Surgery]
|June 1, 1995
Summary
This study shows that total ankle replacement is a successful treatment option for patients with ankle joint issues. Long-term follow-up indicates excellent outcomes, with most patients resuming normal activities.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
Context:
- Total ankle replacement (TAR) is an alternative to ankle arthrodesis for debilitating ankle conditions.
- Self-designed prostheses have been developed to improve TAR outcomes.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the long-term efficacy and outcomes of a self-designed total ankle prosthesis.
Summary:
- 14 patients underwent total ankle and/or talus replacement using a self-designed prosthesis.
- Average follow-up was 8 years and 7 months for 12 patients, with 8 followed for over 10 years.
- 9 out of 12 patients achieved excellent results, and 2 had good results based on the McGuire standard. All 11 eligible patients resumed their occupations with improved joint motion and symptom relief.
Impact:
- Total ankle replacement can be considered a primary treatment option for select patients indicated for ankle arthrodesis.
- This prosthesis demonstrates promising long-term results, offering a viable solution for ankle joint restoration.
