Cemented all-poly tibia in resource constrained country, affordable and cost-effective care. Is it applicable at this era? Review article

ConclusionAll polyethylene tibial component (APTC) is an appealing and cost effective alternative, and is associated with the excellent survivorship and lower risk of revision. In light of the present-day economic evidence and long-term functional outcome, all-polyethylene should be in more use than metal backed especially in resource-constrained setting.
Source: Annals of Medicine and Surgery - Category: General Medicine Source Type: research