Knee Implant Dislocation Leading to Major Amputation 13 Years LaterWhat unique educational message is provided and why is it relevant?
Introduction: Injury to the popliteal vessels during total knee replacement is rare but can lead to catastrophic outcomes. Report: An 81 year old female presented with Rutherford IIb acute left limb ischaemia (ALI) 13 years after total knee replacement. The polyethylene insert in the knee implant ha...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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Elsevier
2019-01-01
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| Series: | EJVES Short Reports |
| Online Access: | http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S2405655319300167 |