This incision has become shorter now that we use minimally invasive surgical instruments and techniques.
Total knee replacement surgical technique and instrumentation.
Mid vastus see page 8 for surgical technique option 3.
In total knee replacement the two techniques used for sizing the femur and adjudging the femoral rotation are anterior referencing ar and posterior referencing pr.
Chapter 105 surgical techniques and instrumentation in total knee arthroplasty thomas parker vail jason e.
Total knee replacement surgical technique the steps involved in replacing the knee begin with making an incision on the front of the knee to allow access to the knee joint.
A total knee replacement tkr is a complex procedure that requires an orthopedic surgeon to make precise measurements and skillfully remove the diseased portions of your bone in order to shape.
The surgical technique and instrumentation of four systems of total knee replacement two with intramedullary and two with extramedullary alignment systems are discussed.
Premier total knee instruments are designed for use with both traditional surgical methods as well as minimally invasive techniques.
Mini medial parapatellar see page 7 for surgical technique option 2.
Van sikes iii the surgical techniques and instrumentation in total knee arthrop.