KS20: Early Results of the 2/3 Knee Arthroplasty

Peter D’Alessandro, D Wood, G Prosser, R Carey-Smith, B Nivbrant, D Lloyd

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Abstract

Introduction: Treatment of dual compartment osteoarthritis remains controversial, with conjecture over whether Uni-Compartmental (?UKA?) or Total Knee Arthroplasty (?TKA?) is more appropriate for patients with patello-femoral disease. The ?Journey Deuce? 2/3 Knee Arthroplasty (?2/3 Knee?) (Smith with rehabilitation, function and gait tending towards that seen in UKA rather than TKA.It is essential that patients undergo primary patella resurfacing to prevent crepitus and associated anterior knee pain.A study comparing clinical outcomes of 2/3 Knee vs TKA is underway at our institution.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)192
Number of pages1
JournalOrthopaedic Proceedings
Volume92-B
Issue numberSUPP_I
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 2010

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