The Knee
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The aim of this study is to determine the short-term outcome of lateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) using a domed tibia, mobile bearing prosthesis. The primary outcome measure was revision due to bearing dislocation and the secondary measure was functional outcome. ⋯ This is a level 4; case series study.
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Different single-stage surgical approaches are currently under evaluation to repair focal cartilage lesions. This study aims to analyze the clinical and histological results after treatment of focal condylar articular lesions of the knee with microfracture and subsequent covering with a resorbable polyglycolic acid/hyaluronan (PGA -HA) matrix augmented with autologous bone marrow concentrate (BMC). ⋯ IV, case series.
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Comparative Study
Inflammatory predictors of ongoing pain 2 years following knee replacement surgery.
The prevalence of unrelieved pain following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is substantial. ⋯ Prognosis study, Level 2.
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Review Meta Analysis
Topical tranexamic acid in total knee replacement: a systematic review and meta-analysis.
To examine the safety and efficacy of topical use of tranexamic acid (TA) in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). ⋯ I, II.