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Patellofemoral Complications Following Total Knee Arthroplasty

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Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a predictable and durable means of alleviating pain associated with knee arthrosis. The evolution of component design and surgical techniques has resulted in excellent functional results and increased range of motion. This success has been due in part to the addition of patellofemoral joint resurfacing. However, because of the potential for complications, including patellofemoral instability, soft tissue impingement, component failure, and loosening,1–3 the role of patellar resurfacing in TKA remains controversial. To understand the nature of these complications, knowledge of the pertinent extensor mechanism biomechanics and current literature on patellar resurfacing is necessary. Hence, a review of patellofemoral complications and their prevention and management is presented first.

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Lewandowski, P.J., Engh, G.A. (2001). Patellofemoral Complications Following Total Knee Arthroplasty. In: Malek, M.M. (eds) Knee Surgery. Springer, Berlin, Heidelberg. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-642-87202-0_27

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