A Third-Generation, Posterior-Stabilized Knee Prosthesis. Early Results After Follow-up of 2 to 6 Years

Robin Fuchs, Edward L. Mills, Henry D. Clarke, Giles R. Scuderi, W. Norman Scott, John N. Insall

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Abstract

Two hundred seventy-nine primary total knee arthroplasties were performed with a modular, cemented, third-generation, posterior-stabilized prosthesis. At mean follow-up of 48 months (range, 24-72 months), the outcomes of 238 knees (85%) were evaluated with the Knee Society's Knee and Functional Scoring Systems and Roentgenographic Scoring System. The mean preoperative Knee Society Knee Score was 48 points compared with 96 points at latest follow-up. There were no cases of patellar clunk, symptomatic patellar maltracking, or posterior dislocation. There was no radiographic evidence of loosening or osteolysis, and no revisions were performed or recommended for loosening, osteolysis, instability, or polyethylene wear. Three patients developed late infections. These early results support the ongoing use of this design; however, long-term studies will be required.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)821-825
Number of pages5
JournalJournal of Arthroplasty
Volume21
Issue number6
DOIs
StatePublished - Sep 2006

Keywords

  • complications
  • design
  • posterior-stabilized prosthesis
  • results
  • total knee arthroplasty

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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