Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS The incidence of stiffness following total knee arthroplasty is reported to be approximately 10%. The purpose of this chapter is to define a systematic approach toward…
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Extensor mechanism rupture is a devastating complication after total knee arthroplasty. The decision to treat with a surgical procedure depends on identification of a functional loss…
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Infection following primary total knee arthroplasty can be a potentially devastating complication. This chapter will provide information to the reader concerning ways to help prevent the…
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Constrained knee prostheses are infrequently necessary in arthroplasty surgery. While providing essential mechanical stability in situations where a patient’s own ligaments have failed, the increased mechanical…
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS There are a variety of proven surgical options available for nonarthroplasty treatment of symptomatic, high-grade chondral defects. While patient age, activity level, occupation, and comorbidities are…
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS This chapter considers operative planning and reconstructions with associated soft tissue concerns. Multiple techniques are presented, including incision selection, soft tissue expansion, and both local and…
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS There are various sources of patellar morbidity that may compromise total knee arthroplasty outcomes. A careful clinical evaluation of patients with patellofemoral symptoms is used to…
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: This chapter is aimed at giving the orthopedic surgeon an overview of how to approach the removal of the well-fixed components of a cemented or press-fit…
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Instability is widely recognized as a common mode of failure after total knee arthroplasty. Implant designs vary in the level on inherent constraint. Knowledge of the…
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS When performing a total knee arthroplasty, it is likely that the surgeon may encounter a dilemma, potential crisis, or other unexpected obstacle. There are many pitfalls…
