Knee biomechanics after UKA and its relation to the ACL--a robotic investigation

Journal of Orthopaedic Research : Official Publication of the Orthopaedic Research Society
Jeremy F SuggsAndrew A Freiberg

Abstract

Unicompartmental knee arthroplasty (UKA) has regained popularity in recent years. However, limited data exist on how UKA affects knee biomechanics. The role of the anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) after fixed bearing UKA remains controversial. In this study, a robotic testing system was used to apply a quadriceps/hamstrings load to cadaveric knee specimens in the intact state, after medial UKA, and after transection of the ACL in UKA. The load was applied to the knee from full extension to 120 degrees of flexion in 30 degrees increments. UKA generally did not affect anterior-posterior (AP) femoral position, but did cause external tibial rotation and variations in varus-valgus rotation compared to the intact knee. ACL transection after UKA shifted the femur posteriorly compared to the intact and UKA knees and increased internal tibial rotation compared to the UKA knee at low flexion. The AP motion of the articular contact position in the implant was increased after ACL transection. These data might help explain the mechanism of tibial component loosening and provide insight into further investigations of polyethylene wear in UKA. Based on the kinematic data, the ACL should be functional to provide patients the greatest opportuni...Continue Reading

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