Knee arthroplasty or knee replacement surgery is a procedure which is
aimed at the replacement of the damaged surfaces of the knee joint with
an artificial prosthesis to relieve pain and disability. It is performed
when the knee joint is affected by osteoarthritis, psoriatic arthritis
and rheumatoid arthritis. Knee arthroplasty can be total or partial.
Total knee arthroplasty is intended to correct bone and knee joint
trauma, or correct varus deformity or mild valgus. Obesity is often seen
to present complications in total knee arthroscopy, and therefore
bariatric surgery is recommended in morbidly obese patients. This book
elucidates the concepts and innovative models around the techniques of
total knee arthroplasty. It strives to provide a fair idea about this
operative procedure and to help develop a better understanding of the
complications involved in this surgery, and their management strategies.
For all readers who are interested in orthopedics and orthopedic
surgery, the case studies included in this book will serve as an
excellent guide to develop a comprehensive understanding.