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Minimal invasive surgery is a reliable and safe option in obese patients undergoing TKR
August 2014
Minimal invasive surgery is a reliable and safe option in obese patients undergoing TKR
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Is obesity a contraindication for minimal invasive total knee replacement? A prospective randomized control trial
Obes Surg. 2010 Dec;20(12):1633-41Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
100 Obese patients (age 45-85) with primary tricompartmental knee osteoarthritis were randomized to a standard TKR group or a minimal invasive surgery TKR group to assess the overall effectiveness of minimal invasive surgery on the obese adult population. Assessment using the Knee society function and pain scores demonstrated improved early clinical outcome over the first 3 months postoperatively ...
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