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Conversion of high tibial osteotomy to unicompartmental knee arthroplasty: Surgical pearls to ensure a successful outcome

Year: 2024

Type: article

Abstract: Historically, high tibial osteotomy (HTO) was considered a contraindication for medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA). While some recent reports demonstrate good outcomes after UKA for failed HTO, revision to UKA after failed HTO remains controversial. UKA after HTO is a demanding procedure primarily related to preoperative valgus alignment, residual medial knee laxity and abnormal proximal tibia geometry. The aim of this technical note is to present surgical pearls and strategies to ensure a successful outcome of UKA after a failed HTO.

Source: Journal of ISAKOS Joint Disorders & Orthopaedic Sports Medicine

DOI: 10.1016/j.jisako.2024.100321

Authors: Claudia Arias, Roberto Negrín

Institutions: Hospital Nacional Edgardo Rebagliati Martins, Clínica Las Condes

Language: English

Topic: Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,500