RESEARCH ARTICLE
Recent Advances and Developments in Knee Surgery: Principles of Periprosthetic Knee Fracture Management
Mukai Chimutengwende-Gordon*, 1, Wasim Khan 1, David Johnstone 2
Article Information
Identifiers and Pagination:
Year: 2012Volume: 6
Issue: Suppl 2
First Page: 301
Last Page: 304
Publisher ID: TOORTHJ-6-301
DOI: 10.2174/1874325001206010301
Article History:
Received Date: 14/2/2012Revision Received Date: 21/2/2012
Acceptance Date: 9/3/2012
Electronic publication date: 27/7/2012
Collection year: 2012

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Abstract
The management of distal femoral, tibial and patellar fractures after total knee arthroplasty can be complex. The incidence of these fractures is increasing as the number of total knee arthroplasties being performed and patient longevity is increasing. There is a wide range of treatment options including revision arthroplasty for loose implants. This review article discusses the epidemiology, risk factors, classification and treatment of these fractures.