Fusion rate of 89% after knee arthrodesis using an intramedullary nail: a mono-centric retrospective review of 48 cases
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DOI: 10.1007/s00167-021-06693-7
Abstract: Knee arthrodesis is an established procedure for limb salvage in cases of recurrent infection, total knee arthroplasty soft tissue defect, poor bone stock or a deficient extensor mechanism. Surgical options include compression plate, external fixator… read more here.
Keywords: fusion; knee arthrodesis; rate; nail ... See more keywords
Outcomes of Modular Knee Arthrodesis for Challenging Periprosthetic Joint Infections
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DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2021.10.015
Abstract: Background Modular knee arthrodesis (MKA) is a salvage treatment option for patients with challenging periprosthetic joint infections (PJI). The purpose of this study was to investigate the outcomes of patients who underwent MKA for PJI… read more here.
Keywords: joint infections; challenging periprosthetic; periprosthetic joint; knee arthrodesis ... See more keywords
The effects of simulated knee arthrodesis on gait kinematics and kinetics
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DOI: 10.1177/0954411919850028
Abstract: Knee arthrodesis is commonly performed to treat joint pain and instability in cases of multiple failed knee replacement surgeries, bone loss, traumatic injury, infection, or loss of the quadriceps extensor mechanism, but its mechanics are… read more here.
Keywords: kinematics; gait kinematics; knee arthrodesis; gait ... See more keywords
Knee Arthrodesis for Mycobacterium avium Complex Native-Knee Septic Arthritis in a Patient with Dermatomyositis
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DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.cc.22.00060
Abstract: Case: A 43-year-old woman with dermatomyositis presented with Mycobacterium avium complex (MAC) knee septic arthritis with superimposed polymicrobial infection. After poor infection control with antibiotic therapy, she underwent debridement and antibiotic cement spacer placement, followed… read more here.
Keywords: knee arthrodesis; native knee; septic arthritis; knee septic ... See more keywords