| Abstract | In this series, a failed first-generation patellofemoral arthroplasty was revised to a second-generation prosthesis. Fourteen knees were prospectively followed up for a mean of 60 months. Primary procedure failure was due to component malposition, subluxation, polyethylene wear, or overstuffing. Mean Bristol knee scores improved from 58 (range, 36-86) to 79 (range, 38-100) (P < .001). Mild femorotibial arthritis (Ahlbach stage I) was present in 5 knees and predicted a poorer outcome. At most recent follow-up, there was no evidence of wear, loosening, or subluxation. Significant improvement can be obtained when revising the failed patellofemoral arthroplasty, provided there is no femorotibial arthritis. |
| Authors | Michiel R G Hendrix, Christopher E Ackroyd, Jess H Lonner
(Affiliation: Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Stirling Royal Infirmary, Stirling, UK.)
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| Journal | The Journal of arthroplasty
(J Arthroplasty)
Vol. 23
Issue 7
Pg. 977-83
(Oct 2008)
ISSN: 1532-8406 United States |
| PMID | 18534464
(Publication Type: Journal Article, Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't)
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