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Deformity progression in congenital posteromedial bowing of the tibia: a report of 44 cases
Backgroundcongenital posteromedial bowing of tibia (CPMBT) is a very rare birth defect, characterized by shortened bowed leg and ankle deformity. We...
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Interest in curves: when the radius of curvature matters in femur fractures. A CT based morphometric study
PurposeIn today’s era, fractures of the femur are primarily managed with intramedullary devices. Kee** in mind the anatomical sagittal bow of the...
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Evaluation and management of atypical femoral fractures: an update of current knowledge
Atypical femoral fractures are often attributed to the use of anti-resorptive medications such as bisphosphonates (BP). Whilst they have proven...
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Predictability of implant sizes during cruciate-retaining total knee arthroplasty using an image-free hand-held robotic system
The use of appropriately sized implants is critical for achieving optimal gap balance following total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Inappropriately sized...
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Flexible versus standard intramedullary rod in posterior stabilized primary total knee arthroplasty: protocol for a randomized controlled trial
BackgroundIn total knee arthroplasty (TKA) a flexible intramedullary rod can be used to account for sagittal bowing of the distal femur. Although...
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Comparison of the radiographic outcomes and total blood loss between pinless navigation and conventional method in minimally invasive total knee arthroplasty
BackgroundComputer-assisted surgical navigation has been used in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) procedures for years trying to the accuracy of...
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Morphological changes in the superficial medial collateral ligament on knee MR imaging: association with medial meniscal extrusion and posterior root medial meniscus abnormality
ObjectiveTo assess the association between morphological changes in the superficial medial collateral ligament and meniscal extrusion with medial...
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Population-based, three-dimensional analysis of age- and sex-related femur shaft geometry differences
SummaryThis study deals with differences of femoral geometric focus on the bowing and width. Analysis using three-dimensional skeletonization showed...
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Robot-assisted total knee arthroplasty improves mechanical alignment and accuracy of component positioning compared to the conventional technique
PurposeThe purpose of this study was to compare the mechanical axis, accuracy of component positioning, and polyethylene liner thickness between...
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Seven phenotypes of varus osteoarthritic knees can be identified in the coronal plane
PurposeRecommendations for resecting distal femur and proximal tibia in mechanical and anatomical alignment techniques are standardized. Kinematic...
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Specific tibial landmarks to improve to accuracy of the tibial cut during total knee arthroplasty. A case control study
IntroductionMore personalized alignment techniques in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) have recently been described particularly for the young and...
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The effect of patient positioning on measurements of bone mineral density of the proximal femur: a simulation study using computed tomographic images
SummaryThe patient’s position may affect the bone mineral density (BMD) measurements; however, the extent of this effect is undefined. This CT...
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The Role of Lower-Limb Geometry in the Pathophysiology of Atypical Femoral Fracture
Purposeof ReviewThe etiology of atypical femoral fracture (AFF) is likely multifactorial. In this review, we examined the recent literature...
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Accuracy in the Execution of Pre-operative Plan for Limb Alignment and Implant Positioning in Robotic-arm Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty and Manual Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Prospective Observational Study
AimThe objective of the study is to compare the accuracy of implant positioning and limb alignment achieved in robotic-arm assisted total knee...
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Knieendoprothetik – individuell angepasste Prothesen
Women more frequently experience osteoarthritis of the knee than men, but they often undergo conservative treatments for an extended period and are...
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Quadriceps tendon malalignment is an independent anatomical deformity which is the primary abnormality associated with lateral facet patellofemoral joint osteoarthritis
PurposeThe purposes of this study are to, firstly, develop techniques to accurately identify extensor mechanism malalignment by measuring the...
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Determining the rotational alignment of the tibial component referring to the tibial tubercle during total knee arthroplasty: the tibial tubercle–trochlear groove can be an aid
BackgroundThere is no consensus on anatomic landmarks or reference axes with which to accurately align rotational position of tibial component. Using...
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Exploration of the fetal skeleton by ultra-low-dose computed tomography: guidelines from the Fetal Imaging Task Force of the European Society of Paediatric Radiology
Skeletal anomalies are rare, requiring a systematic ultrasound (US) examination of each skeletal part when there is suspicion of a skeletal...
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Percutaneous image-guided treatment of mucoid degeneration of the ACL in advanced knee osteoarthritis—Preliminary observations
ObjectivesTo describe the percutaneous image-guided treatment of mucoid degeneration of the ACL causing deep knee pain on flexion in patients with...
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Femoral flexion position is a highly variable factor in total knee arthroplasty: an analysis of 593 conventionally aligned total knee replacements
PurposeIn contrast to coronal alignment, only few is known about sagittal alignment in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). The aim of this study was to...
