The prosthetic implant of MBA Optetrak in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: 5 years of experience

The prosthetic implant of MBA Optetrak in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: 5 years of experience

Authors

  • A. Pedrazzini Orthopaedic Clinic University of Parma
  • F. Pogliacomi Orthopaedic Clinic University of Parma
  • E. Scaravella Orthopaedic Clinic University of Parma
  • M. Pompili Orthopaedic Clinic University of Parma
  • F. Ceccarelli Orthopaedic Clinic University of Parma

Keywords:

knee osteoarthritis, prosthesis, capsular-ligamentous balance, arthroplasty, knee

Abstract

In this study the authors report their experience in treating knee osteoarthritis with MBA Optetrak prosthetic implant, designed to minimize the stress of high density polyethylene. In all patients, we implanted two different Optetrak prosthesis according to the validity or not of the posterior cruciate ligament. At follow-up visit, which was performed after an average follow-up of 3.6 years, we analyzed 53 patients radiographically and clinically using the Knee Society Score (KSS). Depending on our experience, we consider mandatory to have a precise selection of the patients as well as to perform an accurate capsular and ligamentous balance during operation. Furthermore, the use of prosthesis models which are similar to the normal knee allows to obtain good and durable results.

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Published

24-09-2014

Issue

Vol. 85 No. 2 (2014): Supplement - SERTOT

Section

ORIGINAL ARTICLES

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Pedrazzini A, Pogliacomi F, Scaravella E, Pompili M, Ceccarelli F. The prosthetic implant of MBA Optetrak in the treatment of knee osteoarthritis: 5 years of experience. Acta Biomed [Internet]. 2014 Sep. 24 [cited 2024 Oct. 4];85(2):97-101. Available from: https://www.mattioli1885journals.com/index.php/actabiomedica/article/view/3897