
Meta-analysis: Posterior cruciate-retaining versus posterior-stabilized in TKA

May 2013
Meta-analysis: Posterior cruciate-retaining versus posterior-stabilized in TKA
Study Type:Meta analysis
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Posterior cruciate-retaining versus posterior-stabilized total knee arthroplasty: A meta-analysis
J Arthroplasty. 2013 Mar;28(3):439-44. doi: 10.1016/j.arth.2012.08.008Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
12 papers (1114 patients (1265 knees)) were selected for inclusion in this meta-analysis to compare posterior cruciate-retaining and posterior stabilized prostheses in TKA, assessing range of motion, flexion, and complication rates. Data demonstrated better flexion and range of motion in posterior-stabilized prosthesis, but no difference in complication rates. The clinical significance of the diff...
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