International Journal of Orthopaedics Sciences

Total knee replacement in a patient with quadriceps paresis secondary to polio: A case report

2021, Volume 7 Issue 3

Total knee replacement in a patient with quadriceps paresis secondary to polio: A case report

Author(s): Dr. Sushant Ghumare
Abstract: Poliomyelitis has created devastating complications and altered the physical, socioeconomic lives of patients suffering from it. Commonly it causes flaccid paresis or paralysis. Osteoarthritis can develop in knees of these patients over the years.
Generally absent Quadriceps function is contraindication for total knee replacement. Here, we describe a case of middle aged female patient who underwent knee replacement using hinged implant for severe osteoarthritis of knee joint. At 6 month follow up patient reported excellent painless mobility.
Pages: 261-263  |  653 Views  131 Downloads
How to cite this article:
Dr. Sushant Ghumare. Total knee replacement in a patient with quadriceps paresis secondary to polio: A case report. Int J Orthop Sci 2021;7(3):261-263. DOI: 10.22271/ortho.2021.v7.i3d.2757
 
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