TKA may effectively treat post-traumatic OA after tibial plateau fracture

By Casey Tingle

Total knee arthroplasty can be an effective treatment for patients with post-traumatic osteoarthritis following tibial plateau fractures, according to study results.

In a prospective matched cohort study, researchers compared 29 patients with post-traumatic osteoarthritis (OA) from a previous fracture of the tibial plateau with a control group of 58 patients with nontraumatic OA who underwent routine primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA).

Results showed improved postoperative Knee Society Scores, range of motion and quality of life scores for patients with post-traumatic OA.

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