Total Ankle Arthroplasty in Ankle Arthritis with Coronal Plane Deformity
10.14193/jkfas.2022.26.4.157
- Author:
Yeo Kwon YOON
1
;
Kwang Hwan PARK
;
Jae Yong PARK
Author Information
1. Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Yonsei University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
- Publication Type:Review Article
- From:Journal of Korean Foot and Ankle Society
2022;26(4):157-162
- CountryRepublic of Korea
- Language:English
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Abstract:
Total ankle arthroplasty has become a viable motion-preserving alternative to ankle arthrodesis, especially in the last two decades. Recent improvements have been achieved in the strength of implant design and surgical technique. Nevertheless, addressing preoperative deformities is essential for successful outcomes of total ankle arthroplasty. Residual malalignment can produce instability and edge loading, causing acceleration of polyethylene wear, followed by osteolysis and an increased risk of revision surgery. Therefore, the accompanying deformities and their correction techniques need to be comprehensively elucidated and understood. In this article, we provide a review of the application of total ankle arthroplasty in arthritis with coronal plane varus and valgus deformities.
