Early Learning Curve in Robotic-Assisted Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Single-Center Experience.

: This study evaluated the learning curve for robotic-assisted total knee arthroplasty (RA TKA) performed by three experienced surgeons, focusing on procedure duration, surgeon satisfaction, and confidence. A prospective study was conducted with three senior arthroplasty surgeons, each performing 15 RA TKA procedures using the Triathlon Knee System with the Robotic Arm Interactive Orthopedic (RIO) System. Data on preparation, cut-to-suture, and breakdown times were collected.

Quantifying fluid retention following modern pain management in TKA: an observational study.

Background: Body fluid retention after major surgeries, including total knee arthroplasty (TKA), is well documented in the literature. Currently, multimodal pain control protocols consisting of several medications together with early discharge protocol may magnify this adverse event after a patient's discharge. However, no study has focused on the quantitative and chronological changes in body fluids following modern pain management protocols for TKA.

Optimizing total hip arthroplasty: the gripper table mounted system for enhanced soft tissue preservation and postoperative outcomes.

Background: In total hip arthroplasty (THA), soft tissue retraction is crucial, but traditional methods may cause damage. This study addresses the issue by introducing the Gripper Table Mounted System, a pulley-based retraction system. The research compares THA outcomes with and without the Gripper system, whether reducing soft tissue damage and postoperative pain.

Impact of the difference between preoperative planning and intraoperative femoral neck osteotomy level on stem alignment.

Background: The combined anteversion theory is used for implant placement in total hip arthroplasty (THA). While majority of the research emphasizes the precise placement of the acetabular cup, there's less focus on stem alignment. This study aimed to investigate the impact of the discrepancy between the preoperatively planned femoral neck osteotomy level and the actual osteotomy level during surgery on stem alignment.

Association Between Overhang of the Posterior Femoral Condyle and Restricted Postoperative Knee Flexion Related to Patient-Reported Stiffness in Medial-Pivot Total Knee Arthroplasty.

Background: The primary aim of this study was to investigate the association between the posterior longitudinal overhang in the femoral condyle (PLOF) in medial-pivot total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and a change in knee flexion angle (change in flexion).

Methods: This retrospective cohort study included 148 knees undergoing medial-pivot TKA for medial knee osteoarthritis. The primary outcome was the change in flexion (c-flexion) preoperatively and 1-year postoperatively.

Does the Addition of Low-Dose Antibiotics Compromise the Mechanical Properties of Polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA)?

The increasing numbers of total joint replacements and related implant-associated infections demand solutions, which can provide a high-dose local delivery of antibiotics. Antibiotic-loaded bone cement (ALBC) is an accepted treatment method for infected joint arthroplasties. The mechanical properties of low-dose gentamicin-loaded bone cement (BC) in medium- and high-viscosity versions were compared to unloaded BC using a vacuum mixing system.

The anatomical course of the sciatic nerve in relation to different approaches in total hip arthroplasty.

Purpose: Although sciatic nerve (SN) injury is relatively rare, it is a devastating complication after primary and revision total hip arthroplasty (THA). Therefore, precise localization of the SN is essential for arthroplasty surgeons.

Methods: We dissected 50 hemipelves from formalin-fixed cadavers.

Perioperative bleeding control in total hip arthroplasty: hemostatic powder vs. tranexamic acid-a prospective randomized controlled trial.

Background: Perioperative bleeding in total hip arthroplasty (THA) can lead to various problems, so effective management of blood loss is needed. This prospective, single-blind, randomized controlled trial aimed to compare the efficacy of topical administration of SURGICEL (a hemostatic agent of oxidized regenerated cellulose) powder (SP) and tranexamic acid (TXA) in controlling perioperative bleeding during THA.

Materials And Methods: In total, 114 patients undergoing THA for osteoarthritis were randomized to either group S (THA with SP) or group T (THA with TXA).

A Novel Device for Intraoperative Measurement of Stem Anteversion Angle in Total Hip Arthroplasty.

Background: Stem anteversion plays a crucial role in mitigating postoperative complications in total hip arthroplasty (THA). The application of the combined-anteversion theory in THA necessitates the intraoperative measurement of the stem anteversion angle (SAA). However, estimating SAA intraoperatively poses challenges for surgeons lacking a computer-assisted navigation system.

Stem Alignment With the Tapered Wedge Cementless Stem "Accolade II" Does Not Affect Bone Mineral Density Over 5 Years After Total Hip Arthroplasty.

Background: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between 3-dimensional (3D) alignment and postoperative bone mineral density (BMD) changes with Accolade II tapered wedge stems, which have a different proximal shape from other tapered wedge stems, up to 5 years after primary total hip arthroplasty.

Methods: We retrospectively analyzed the hips of 89 patients who underwent total hip arthroplasty using the second-generation proximally coated cementless stem (Accolade II; Stryker Orthopedics, Mahwah, NJ) at our institution from 2014 to 2018 over a 5-year follow-up. We evaluated the relationship between stem alignment, measured using 3D-templating software, and BMD changes in the 7 Gruen zones and compared the data with those from a former study using other short taper-wedge stems.

No Impact of Contact Between the Medial Collar of a Hydroxyapatite-Coated Triple-Tapered Stem and the Femoral Neck on Periprosthetic Bone Mineral Density.

Background: Hydroxyapatite-coated, triple-tapered, shorter-length stems with a medial collar have been reported with good results for a few years. We investigated whether contact between the medial collar and femoral neck affects clinical outcomes and changes in bone mineral density (BMD) in patients who have this type of stem in their total hip arthroplasty construct.

Methods: This was a retrospective, single-center study involving 62 patients scheduled for unilateral total hip arthroplasty using a hydroxyapatite-coated, triple-tapered, shorter-length stem who were followed for at least 1 year postoperatively.

DAIR in treating chronic PJI after total knee arthroplasty using continuous local antibiotic perfusion therapy: a case series study.

Background: Antimicrobial agents are administered via intramedullary antibiotic perfusion (iMAP)/intrasoft tissue antibiotic perfusion (iSAP) to infected lesions to control osteoarticular and soft tissue infections. Continuous local antibiotic perfusion (CLAP) has been reported to be useful. This study aimed to investigate the outcomes of DAIR combined with CLAP for chronic PJI after total knee arthroplasty performed at our hospital.

The Anatomical Course of the Femoral Nerve with Regard to the Direct Anterior Approach for Total Hip Arthroplasty.

Background: Femoral nerve (FN) injury is noted as a serious neurological complication following total hip arthroplasty performed via a direct anterior approach (DAA). Therefore, we aimed to clarify the anatomical course of the FN around the acetabular rim and in relation to retractor placement during DAA.

Methods: According to standard protocol, a DAA for total hip arthroplasty was performed on 69 hemipelves from formalin-preserved full-body donors.

The Anatomical Course of the Superior Gluteal Vessel Bundle with Regard to Different Approaches in Total Hip Arthroplasty.

Background: Iatrogenic vascular injury during total hip arthroplasty (THA) is rare, reported at rates of 0.05 to 0.3%, but a potentially limb-threatening and life-threatening complication.

Case report and review: Angiosarcoma with thrombocytopenia after total hip arthroplasty.

Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a common treatment for osteoarthritis and is also performed for other conditions, such as secondary arthritis due to developmental dysplasia of the hip. Various THA types may be complicated by osteolysis and an inflammatory pseudotumor due to an adverse reaction to metal debris. Rarely, THA has been associated with malignant tumors, but their causality remains unclear.

Evaluation of Classic and Quantitative Imaging Features in the Differentiation of Benign and Atypical Lipomatous Soft Tissue Tumors Using a Standardized Multiparametric MRI Protocol: A Prospective Single-Centre Study in 45 Patients.

Background: Discrimination between benign and atypical lipomatous tumors (ALT) is important due to potential local complications and recurrence of ALT but can be difficult due to the often-similar imaging appearance. Using a standardized MRI protocol, this study aimed to rank established and quantitative MRI features by diagnostic value in the differentiation of benign and atypical lipomatous tumors and to develop a robust scoring system.

Methods: Patients with clinical or sonographic suspicion of a lipomatous tumor were prospectively and consecutively enrolled from 2015 to 2019 after ethic review board approval.

Long-term functional results of revision hip replacement using Burch-Schneider cages.

Introduction: One of the most common and effective treatments for end-stage hip osteoarthritis is total hip arthroplasty (THA). According to the WHO, 1.5 million, more than 500,000, and approximately 100,000 THAs are performed annually in the world, in the USA, and in Russia, respectively.

Measurement of spinopelvic sagittal alignment in the relaxed seated position rather than in the straight seated position is suitable for assessing spinopelvic mobility in patients before total hip arthroplasty.

Purpose: The relationship between spinopelvic mobility and dislocation in total hip arthroplasty (THA) has recently attracted attention. This study aimed to investigate the differences in sacral slope (SS) between two types of upright seated positions and to determine which seated position was appropriate for assessing spinopelvic mobility (change in SS from standing to sitting) before THA.

Materials And Methods: This prospective cohort study included 75 hips from 75 patients who had undergone primary THA.

Fat tissue is a poor predictor of 1 year outcomes after total knee arthroplasty: A secondary analysis of a randomized clinical trial.

Background And Objective: Obesity may increase the risk of adverse events after total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Although body mass index (BMI) is commonly used in categorizing obesity, its accuracy is limited. Body fat percentage (BFP) might indicate adiposity status and predict arthroplasty-related outcomes better than BMI.

Clinical Results after Design Modification of Lospa Total Knee Arthroplasty System: Comparison between Posterior-Stabilized (PS) and PS Plus Types.

Background: Lospa posterior-stabilized (PS) Plus type is a modified version of Lospa PS, in which the polyethylene insert shape is modified to reinforce stability and prevent patella-post impingement compared to Lospa PS. However, studies comparing the clinical and radiographic results of the two designs have not been reported yet. This study aimed to compare the clinical results of total knee arthroplasty (TKA) using the existing PS type and the modified Lospa PS Plus type.