This incision has become shorter now that we use minimallyinvasive surgical instruments and techniques. Nexgen complete knee solution lpsflex fixed bearing. Gmk primary surgical technique 6 hip knee spine navigation 1 indications the gmk total knee system is designed for cemented use in total knee arthroplasty, if there is evidence of sufficient sound bone to seat and support the components. The surgical technique herein is presented to demonstrate the technique developed and utilised by prof. Exactech said yesterday it launched its opterak revision knee system and that the system has been successfully implanted in its 1st set of patients. Exactech to showcase innovations in joint replacement. Exactech opteon femoral component fracture 12 years after arthroplasty. Exactech knee class action lawsuit knee replacement lawyer. Exactech s line of knee replacement devices have been on. The suit was filed by plaintiff diane stanesic, who alleges that she underwent a total knee arthroplasty with a defective exactech optetrak knee implant. Primary intervention of rheumatoid arthritis, osteoarthritis, posttraumatic arthritis, or. Exactechs line of knee replacement devices have been on the u.
The exactech optetrak knee replacement has been on the market since 1994, but the manufacturer slightly changed the design in 2011 and 2012. From advances like the exactech system now being used at north florida. Leveraging exactech s core principles, truliant applies advanced design philosophies and surgical technologies to help you deliver reproducible clinical outcomes in a streamlined procedure. Desai, 1 asterios dramis, 1 daniel kendoff, 2 and tim n. Ista 2018 london abstract book international society for. Exactech provides powerful combination of computer technology. Exactechs knee instrumentation system wins idea bronze. If you have forgotten your password, we can send you a new one. Aana advanced arthroscopic surgical techniques is a comprehensive techniquebased book that presents the latest diagnostic and reconstructive techniques in arthroscopic surgery for the shoulder. Equinoxe fracture technique 711 university of washington. New knee replacement technique uses gps to perfectly position imp. Introduction throughout the development process, our team has collaborated on every facet of the equinoxe shoulder system including this surgical technique. Case report, clinical report by case reports in orthopedics. Bill petty to present at canaccord genuity conference march 18.
After entering the synovium, elevating a subperiosteal flap off the medial plane of the tibia, and freeing the patellar tendon, the knee is maximally flexed. Exactech to showcase innovations in joint replacement during aaos annual conference in chicago ceo dr. Triathlon knee system surgical protocol acknowledgments stryker orthopaedics wishes to thank the global triathlon knee system surgeon panel for their dedication to the development and refinement of the triathlon knee system and instrumentation. After experiencing an early knee replacement failure, an alabama man has filed a product liability lawsuit indicating that the exactech optetrak implant was defectively designed and prone to experienc. Depending on the type of incision used, reference arrays can be used inside the. New studies support exactechs knee, shoulder and computer. With advanced design philosophies and surgical technologies, truliant effortlessly aligns with surgical protocols and allows for easy intraoperative adjustments along the. Kneealign 2 system surgical technique manual kneealign 2 system surgical technique manual 8 femur femur attach sensors attach navigation unit and sensor to microblock. A computer algorithm first placed and lateralized the femoral. Exactech provides powerful combination of computer. With the aging population, total knee replacement demand is projected to see a 670 percent increase by the year 2030. It gives you the essential details of preoperative planning. However, the surgery isnt without risksespecially if the knee implants that patients receive are defective or prone to early failure.
Timothy lane uses a probe and a system of arrays to digitally map a partial knee surgery using the mako robotic arm interactive orthopedic system at north florida regional medical center on wednesday, april 23. Introduction total knee replacement is performed on a range of patients, of all ages, with various pathologies and anatomical anomalies. The medial capsule is released to the posteromedial corner to allow subluxation of. Traditionally, surgeons have used preoperative xrays, instrumentation and special techniques to plan the surgery and calculate the fit and positioning of the total knee implant. Knee replacement is typically recommended in patients with severe arthritis or knee injuries. Surgery books download thousands of surgery books pdf. Total knee replacement surgical technique the stone clinic. Exactech s product development team is dedicated to providing a simplified surgical technique for surgeons and the potential for reduced operative time for patients, said company vice president and general manager of spine and biologics bruce thompson. Hip and knee replacement preop planning, postop protocols, and discussion of implants and complications. Jul 28, 2014 new knee replacement technique uses gps to perfectly position implants written by david heitz on july 28, 2014 an advanced positioning device gives doctors the data they need to get knee.
Copublished with the arthroscopy association of north america, the knee. The word replacement gives the impression that your surgeon is removing the entire knee. New studies support exactech s knee, shoulder and computerassisted surgery technologies read this article along with other careers information, tips and advice on biospace. With nexgen complete knee solution, you can extend the possibility of your patients postoperative range of motion. Incision and exposure to the knee joints should be performed based on the surgeons choice of technique. Dodd, of the nuffield orthopaedic centre, oxford, u. Exactech gps guided knee surgery is the latest advancement in technology that provides surgeons with realtime visual guidance in total knee surgery. Agc total knee prosthesis posteriorstabilized tibial components. Implant function is directly related to accurate surgical technique. Exactech fails to adequately inform public of faulty knee. To replicate normal knee motion, the journey ii bcs prosthesis provides more mobility in the lateral compartment than other total knee systems.
The editors confronted todays leading knee surgeons with the limitations of current surgical techniques and technology. Navigation unit on mounting bracket should be attached. This advanced platform combines surgeon expertise with a computer system to perform your knee surgery with a goal of advanced accuracy and precision, allowing for simple adjustments, minimally invasive techniques and implant alignment personalized to. Exactech debuts new hip replacement system orthopedics this.
The exactechgps is designed for guided, personalized joint replacement surgery, the gainesville, fla. Brainlab knee navigation instruments support all standard approaches. Exactech knee class action lawsuit knee replacement lawsuits. Equinoxe fracture stem operative technique redefined. Jan 19, 2018 knee replacement is typically recommended in patients with severe arthritis or knee injuries. Exactech opteon femoral component fracture 12 years after. Total knee arthroplasty patient education email this to someone with any surgery, there are potential risks, and results will vary depending on the patient. Iso 485 certified operative technique fracture stem anatomical. Surgical approach the preferred anterior approaches to the knee are represented in figure 3. Poor results of the optetrak cemented posterior stabilized. Class 2 device recall optetrak logic tibial insert posterior. New studies support exactech s knee, shoulder and computerassisted surgery technologies.
Soon afterward, studies found higher rates of loosening, instability, pain, and revision surgery. An instructional guide to 55 knee procedures this book is a concise instructional guide to surgical treatment of common knee injuries. Pennsylvania woman alleges complications from exactech knee replacement january 19, 2018 a woman from west mifflin, pennsylvania, claims in a new products liability lawsuit that she was injured by a defective exactech optetrak knee replacement device. Exactech optetrak lawsuit filed over knee implant failure. Optetrak logic cr is a unique surgical technique and implant system that enables surgeons to plan and perform a cr total knee replacement based on the.
The new tka plus application provides a simple tool to. Each year, knee replacement surgery provides relief to thousands of people who suffer from moderate to severe knee pain, stiffness, and inflammation. Low plasticity burnishing lpb is a novel treatment process for. Apr 21, 2015 patients who turn to knee replacement surgery hope for quality outcomes that last as long as possible. Exactech system improves knee replacement surgery youtube. Exactech debuts new hip replacement system orthopedics.
Align ball in center of rectangular box on side of screen by changing angle of femur until box turns green. Exactech knee replacement failure lowell the hammer stanley. Exactech debuts exactechgps tka plus total knee surgery planning. Exactech does not have, what one might call, a clean record. May 22, 2018 exactech, a developer and producer of bone and joint restoration products and biologic solutions for extremities, knee and hip, announced today that t. The truliant knee system is a high performance, comprehensive platform that offers solutions to address clinical challenges in primary and revision total knee replacement. Attune knee system surgical technique depuy synthes companies 5 pinning the attune knee system has 3. The basic concepts of joint replacement surgery with lots of pictures targeted to orthopedic residents. The truliant knee system is a surgeoninspired, comprehensive platform that embodies the power to achieve reproducible results in primary and revision total knee arthoplasty. The exactech optetrak tibial tray is a device that was designed for use in total knee replacement tkr surgery, also known as arthroplasty. During surgery, the joint is exposed by an incision made down the center or off to the side of the knee. Surgical approach revision knee replacement surgery should not be attempted by an orthopedist unless they are familiar experienced in revision knee replacements. We would be happy to facilitate any aspect of this training. When it comes to knee replacement, accurate placement and alignment of the implant components are critical to the overall longevity and function of the implant.
However, that design may have reduced the devices ability to adhere to the surgical cement used during the operation, making it prone to early failure. Poor results of the optetrak cemented posterior stabilized knee. Minimally invasive surgical techniques for cancers of the gastrointestinal tract. Exactech fails to adequately inform public of faulty knee replacement. Copublished with the arthroscopy association of north america, the shoulder. The truliant knee system is a high performance, comprehensive platform that addresses. The optetrak exactech, gainsville, fl, usa included a cemented femoral. Cemented finned tibial tray components and posterior stabilized tibial inserts.
The instrumentation can be used in minimally invasive or standard exposures. Unfortunately, the new finned tibial tray may not adequately bond the metal implant to the patients knee bones. However, the surgery isnt without risksespecially if the knee implants that patients receive are. The fracture stems offset anteriorlateral fin and asymmetric tuberosity beds define the next generation in complex fracture reconstruction. Genesis ii instrumentation has been developed to be an easytouse system that will assist the surgeon in obtaining accurate and reproducible knee alignment. A new knee prosthesis should be introduced following a rigorous procedure, even if the. Health, general patient outcomes fractures care and treatment development and progression fractures injuries. Knee system solutions to address clinical challenges in primary and revision total knee replacement. Surgery, rehabilitation, clinical outcomes, 2nd edition. The choice of incision is based on many factors including old scars, stiffness of the knee, bone quality, age and health of the patient.
This knee replacement system is indicated in the following cases. Mar 18, 2014 exactechgps guided personalized surgery offers orthopaedic surgeons a realtime patientspecific solution for total knee arthroplasty. Total knee replacement surgery, or knee arthroplasty, is performed on people with severe knee damage that causes them pain, interfering with or preventing normal movement and activity. At exactech, we take pride in providing you with a total knee replacement that has been built on a history of clinicallyproven and wellperforming implants over time. January 19, 2018 a woman from west mifflin, pennsylvania, claims in a new products liability lawsuit that she was injured by a defective exactech optetrak knee replacement device. Triathlon knee system surgical protocol stryker meded. On the contrary, in 2008, it became apparent that the company had been involved in a kickback scheme involving surgeons throughout the country. However, your surgeon will only resurface the damaged bone and cartilage of your joint. At the shelbourne knee center, our pioneering efforts to focus only on the specialty of knee pain and injuries have given us unmatched insight into the options available to patients.
The patient had a total knee arthroplasty performed in the ipsilateral extremity three years prior to the total hip arthroplasty also for osteoarthritis. Total knee replacement surgery patient specific implants. Restoration of function is a goal of a different order and forms the scope of this book. Painful, disabling joint disease of the knee resulting from. Revision tray knee surgery 6 the sigma revision system overview 7 incision and exposure 8 intraoperative evaluation 10 initial preparation of the tibia 11.
After experiencing an early knee replacement failure, an alabama man has filed a product liability lawsuit indicating that the exactech optetrak implant. Exactech reconfigured its optetrak knee replacement system for its 2011 and 2012 models to feature a tibial tray with a finned design. Revision tray surgical technique surgical technique key surgical steps summary 4 sigma revision kneem. A man from alabama has filed a lawsuit after his exactech optetrak knee replacement failed just a few years after he had knee surgery. A total knee replacement procedure removes the damaged portion of the femur or thigh bone, the tibia or shin bone, and the patella or knee cap, replacing. It is our aim to define the anatomic roles of medial sided structures, their importance in protecting the biomechanical stability of the knee, as well as provide indications and our preferred procedures for surgical management of these complex injuries. They challenged them to define new thresholds of functional capacity after total knee arthroplasty. The annual event is sponsored by the industrial designers society of america idsa. Optetrak logic is an advanced approach to total knee replacement that. The optetrak logic total knee system is indicated for use in skeletally mature individuals undergoing primary surgery for total knee replacement due to osteoarthritis, osteonecrosis, rheumatoid arthritis, andor posttraumatic degenerative problems. Depending on the type of incision used, reference arrays can be used inside the standard incision or through separate small incisions. Aana advanced arthroscopic surgical techniques is a comprehensive techniquebased book that presents the latest diagnostic and reconstructive techniques in arthroscopic surgery for the knee. Techniques in knee surgery rg journal impact rankings 2018. Total knee replacement surgical technique the steps involved in replacing the knee begin with making an incision on the front of the knee to allow access to the knee joint.
This advanced platform combines surgeon expertise with a computer system to perform your knee surgery with a goal of advanced accuracy and precision, allowing for simple adjustments, minimally invasive techniques and implant alignment personalized to your unique anatomy. The intuition instruments are designed to be used with the singleuse pin pack 254400111 that contains universal pins and threaded headed pins. Knee replacement surgeries employing the depuy synthes attune knee system have a higher than normal rate of failure, requiring revision surgery to be performed. Oct, 2016 new studies support exactechs knee, shoulder and computerassisted surgery technologies read this article along with other careers information, tips and advice on biospace. As no single arthroplastic approach is appropriate for every knee, the surgeon must be prepared, as the situation indicates, to. Exactech debuts exactechgps tka plus total knee surgery.