Abstract
Most problems encountered in complex revision total knee arthroplasty can be managed with the wide range of implant systems currently available. Modular metaphyseal sleeves, metallic augments and cones provide stability even with significant bone loss. Hinged designs substitute for significant ligamentous deficiencies. Catastrophic failure that precludes successful reconstruction can be encountered. The alternatives to arthroplasty in such drastic situations include knee arthrodesis, resection arthroplasty and amputation. The relative indications for the selection of these alternatives are recurrent deep infection, immunocompromised host, and extensive non-reconstructible bone or soft-tissue defects.
| Original language | English (US) |
|---|---|
| Pages (from-to) | 137-140 |
| Number of pages | 4 |
| Journal | Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery - Series B |
| Volume | 94 B |
| Issue number | 11 SUPPL.A |
| DOIs | |
| State | Published - Nov 2012 |
ASJC Scopus subject areas
- Surgery
- Orthopedics and Sports Medicine