Revision Total Knee Arthroplasty: Challenges, Techniques, and Outcomes
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a widely performed and successful procedure for treating end-stage knee osteoarthritis 1. However, a small percentage of patients require revision surgery due to various factors, such as implant wear, loosening, infection, instability, or fracture 1. Revision total knee arthroplasty (rTKA) is a more complex procedure than primary TKA 2, presenting unique challenges for surgeons. This article aims to analyze the challenges and specific techniques involved in rTKA, discuss implant options and bone grafting strategies, and review the outcomes of this procedure.
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