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Synovial Fistula Associated With Total Knee Replacement Aseptic Loosening and Polyethylene Wear

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Synovial fistula of the knee occurs when a defect in the joint capsule creates a connection between skin, bursa, and a near tissue, manifesting as an opening with continuous draining fluid or a cyst. This is a case of an 80-year-old male who developed a synovial fistula with cystic presentation 6 years after the primary total knee arthroplasty. Management included a total knee arthroplasty revision surgery with intraoperative identification of the fistula with methylene blue, and using a gelatin-thrombin matrix for closure. This case shows a possible complication of catastrophic polyethylene insert wear and management.

Source: Arthroplasty Today

DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2024.101447

Authors: Saul Hernandez-Rodriguez, Liannette Padilla-Martinez

Language: English

Topic: Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $2,500

OpenAlex ID: W4403353776

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