Predictive factors for deep medial collateral ligament release in adjusted mechanical alignment total knee arthroplasty
This study underscores the significance of the initial HKA angle and varus-valgus stress tests in predicting deep MCL release during TKA. The established HKA angle threshold simplifies surgical decision-making, reducing the likelihood of unnecessary soft tissue release.
Authors
- Chaiwat Achawakulthep
- Chirathit Anusitviwat (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-6730-7486)
- Tawan Intiyanaravut
- Nimit Thongpulsawasdi
- Varah Yuenyongviwat
Institutions
- Prince of Songkla University (TH)
- Siriraj Hospital (TH)
- Mahidol University (TH)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
- Published
- 2024-09-28
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-024-05046-7
- Citations
- 3
- Primary Topic
- Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 1.72
Funders
- Mahidol University
- Prince of Songkla University