Genesis II total knee system with oxinium femoral implants (Smith and Nephew Inc.) for total knee arthroplasty
Record ID 32012000143
English
Authors' recommendations:
Total knee arthroplasty (TKA) involves removing damaged cartilage from the surfaces of the native femur, tibia, and/or patella at points where these components interface and resurfacing the damaged interface areas with artificial implants. Consistent with its clinical success, the prevalence of TKA is increasing in the United States with the aging of the population and with the obesity epidemic. The aim of the surgery is to provide a pain-free, stable, mobile, and durable joint, and improved quality of life. The most common reason for long-term TKA failure is polyethylene (PE) wear and its sequelae, including osteolysis, implant loosening, and instability. Reducing the number of biologically active PE wear particles can be achieved either by changing PE liner characteristics or by using alternative bearing surfaces of the femoral component of the knee system. Femoral components are usually manufactured with a standard cobalt-chromium (CoCr) alloy with a polished articular surface, which is easily scratched. Recent advances in joint arthroplasty technology have focused on improving motion and kinematics in TKA, and improving wear characteristics.
Details
Project Status:
Completed
Year Published:
2012
URL for published report:
http://www.hayesinc.com/hayes/crd/?crd=13675
English language abstract:
An English language summary is available
Publication Type:
Not Assigned
Country:
United States
MeSH Terms
- Knee Prosthesis
- Prosthesis Design
Contact
Organisation Name:
HAYES, Inc.
Contact Address:
157 S. Broad Street, Suite 200, Lansdale, PA 19446, USA. Tel: 215 855 0615; Fax: 215 855 5218
Contact Name:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Contact Email:
saleinfo@hayesinc.com
Copyright:
2011 Winifred S. Hayes, Inc
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