Uni-Knee:
When one compartment of the knee is damaged, partial replacement rather than total replacement can be performed. This is particularly useful for younger patients having early stage arthritis.
Pre-Operation
Post-Operation
Medial compartment arthritis both knees in a 40 yr old patient
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Bilateral uni compartment knee replacement
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Patello Femoral Joint Replacement: Some patients develop arthritis of only the patello femoral joint. Instead of replacing the whole knee, prosthesis is now available to replace this compartment of the knee only.
