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Use of autologous bone grafts during TKA yielded ‘excellent’ long-term results
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Researchers found use of autologous bone grafts for tibial bone defects during total knee arthroplasty led to “excellent outcomes” at an average follow-up of 6 years, according to results.
Researchers evaluated 68 knees that underwent total knee arthroplasty (TKA) with the FNK implant (Teijin Nakashima Medical Co.) and autologous bone grafting for tibial bone defects between July 1995 to December 2014. Researchers assessed bone union with fluoroscopic radiography with a weight-bearing anteroposterior view.
Results showed a rate of bone union of 97% and achievement of correction of preoperative alignment, which was maintained until final follow-up. Researchers noted significant improvement in postoperative knee angle and knee and function scores at final follow-up. Despite the occurrence of one infection, researchers found no local complications, such as back out of screws or collapse of bone grafts. – by Casey Tingle
Disclosure s : The researchers report no relevant financial disclosures.
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