Long-term deterioration after one-stage unicompartmental knee arthroplasty and anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction

ConclusionsCombined UKA and ACL reconstruction can be a therapeutic option for young and active patients with concomitant knee instability and unicompartmental OA. The procedure is highly demanding and reliable only in hands of experienced surgeons. Overall, satisfactory outcome can be achieved at a minimum follow-up of 10  years. However, clinical deterioration can be observed in the long term.
Source: Musculoskeletal Surgery - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research