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Kinematic Alignment Technique for TKA on Degenerative Knees with Severe Bone Loss: A Report of 3 Cases
Charles Rivière1 , 2 , 3 , *
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Jeremy Webb4
Pascal-André Vendittoli3 , 5
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Jeremy Webb4
Pascal-André Vendittoli3 , 5
Authors Info & Affiliations
Abstract
A severely degenerative knee joint with substantial bone attrition poses a significant challenge when performing Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) using the Kinematic Alignment (KA) technique. In order to restore the pre-arthritic knee anatomy, the surgeon has the task of estimating quantity and location of bone loss. We present three such cases and describe the key steps to safely perform KATKA in these complex situations.
Keywords: Total knee replacement, Kinematic alignment, Bone loss, Severe deformity, Condylar hypoplasia, Anatomy.
