Stress-relief osteoporosis of the anterior femoral condyles in total knee replacement. A study of 185 patients.

摘要: A study has been conducted to examine anterior femoral condylar osteoporosis. series of 65 ICLH knees with a more than four-year follow-up and 120 Tricon P were examined radiologically. It was found that almost all cases showed osteoporosis beginning at three months stabilizing two years. severe in those rheumatoid arthritis osteoarthritis. This type can be prevented by using layer cement 7 mm thick or reinforcing screws the condyles. Femoral component loosening leads regression changes. does not give rise for revision arise case this type, bone should available grafting