Lateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty: A review

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World Journal of Orthopedics

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World J Orthop. Apr 18, 2021; 12(4): 197-206
Published online Apr 18, 2021. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i4.197

Table 1 Traditional indications and contraindications

Indications
Predominantly isolated lateral compartment osteoarthritis
Angular deformity < 10°
Body weight < 80 kg
Contraindications
Flexion contracture > 15°
ACL and/or MCL insufficiency
Inflammatory synovitis

ACL: Anterior cruciate ligament; MCL: Medial collateral ligament.

Citation: Buzin SD, Geller JA, Yoon RS, Macaulay W. Lateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty: A review. World J Orthop 2021; 12(4): 197-206
URL: https://www.wjgnet.com/2218-5836/full/v12/i4/197.htm
DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.5312/wjo.v12.i4.197

Buzin SD, Geller JA, Yoon RS, Macaulay W. Lateral unicompartmental knee arthroplasty: A review. World J Orthop 2021; 12(4): 197-206 [PMID: 33959483 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i4.197]

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