Autoclaved metal-on-cement spacer versus static spacer in two-stage revision in periprosthetic knee infection

Conclusions: The autoclaved metal-on-cement spacer is an effective and simple method for two-stage re-implantation of a periprosthetic knee infection. Through this spacer, the good interim ROM can be achieved without the additional cost of prefabricated molds or new polyethylene tibial inserts. In addition, ROM after re-implantation is better than that with static spacers.
Source: Indian Journal of Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Source Type: research