1. Total Knee Replacement Marc Cote BME 181 Section 2

2. Background  1968  600,000 annually  90%

3. Anatomy  Femur, tibia, knee cap  Articular cartilage  Menisci and large ligaments

5. Causes  Osteoarthritis  Severe injury

6. Process  Damaged areas removed  Artificial surface replacement  Mimic surface

7. Process Continued  Press fitted or cemented  Spacer inserted  Smooth gliding surface

8. Recent Progression  Improvements in metal  More durable plastic  Minimal incision  More precise

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