Management of infected total knee arthroplasty

J. A. Rand, R. S. Bryan, B. F. Morrey, F. Westholm

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Abstract

A retrospective study of the Mayo Clinic experience with the management of 61 infected total knee arthroplasties treated between 1970 and 1980 revealed rheumatoid arthritis as an underlying diagnosis in 47%. Previous operations had been performed in 58%. Arthrodesis was the most frequently utilized salvage technique and was successful in 63%. Debridement alone was successful in six knees when performed early for acute infections.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)75-85
Number of pages11
JournalClinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
Volume205
DOIs
StatePublished - 1986
Externally publishedYes

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Surgery
  • Orthopedics and Sports Medicine

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