Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty: A Perspective from Computer Assisted Navigation

Asode Ananthram Shetty, Vishvas Shetty, Seok-Jung Kim

Department of Orthopedic Surgery, College of Medicine, Catholic University of Korea, Seoul, South Korea..
Faculty of Health and Social Sciences, Chatham Maritime, Canterbury Christ Church University, Kent, UK.

DOI: 10.4236/ijcm.2013.46A004                

Abstract

Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty (UKA) is an established procedure for the treatment of unicompartmental arthritis. Success depends on a clear understanding of the principles and kinematics of the knee. Restoration of the physiological axis and soft tissue balancing is the key to a successful outcome. We outline the basic principles of UKA and the role of computer assisted surgery in achieving these goals.

Keywords

Unicompartmental Knee Arthroplasty; Computer Assisted Navigation Surgery; Unicompartmental Arthritis

Conflicts of Interest

The authors declare no conflicts of interest.

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