Influence of positioning of prosthesis in total knee replacement
Lotke, P.A.; Ecker, M.L.
Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery. American Volume 59(1): 77-79
1977
ISSN/ISBN: 0021-9355 PMID: 833180 Document Number: 113665
The early clinical results of geometric total knee arthroplasty were compared with the position of the prosthetic device by a roentgenographic score system. It was noted that there is a statistically significant positive correlation between a good clinical result and a well positioned prosthesis. In addition, it was appreciated that perfect positioning of the device was difficult to obtain. We believe that the long-term clinical results, wear resistance, and resistance to prosthetic failure depend on correct positioning of the devices.