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EFORT Open Reviews 2016 1:1, 12-17
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Coronal alignment after total knee arthroplasty
Timothy Lording, Sébastien Lustig, Philippe NeyretKnee
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Recent studies have challenged the long-held notion that neutral mechanical alignment after total knee arthroplasty leads to optimal function and survivorship.
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The ideal alignment for function and survivorship may actually be different.
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Kinematic alignment, where components are implanted to re-create the natural flexion/extension axis of the knee, may lead to improved functional results.
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Residual varus alignment may not adversely impact survivorship provided the tibial component is implanted in neutral alignment.
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