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Ankle Replacement



Ankle anatomy
Ankle anatomy


Ankle Replacement

Alternative Names:

Ankle arthroplasty - total; Total ankle arthroplasty


Risks:

Risk for any type of surgery includes:

Additional risks for ankle replacement surgery include:

  • Loosening of the artificial joint over time
  • Nerve damage
  • Blood vessel damage
  • Bone break during surgery
  • Ankle weakness, stiffness, instability
  • Dislocation of the artificial joint
  • Allergic reaction to the implant

References:


Su EP, Kahn B, Figgie MP. Total ankle replacement in patients with rheumatoid arthritis. Clin Orthop Relat Res. 2004 Jul;(424):32-8.

Knect SI, Estin M, Callaghan JJ, et al. The Agility total ankle arthroplasty. Seven to sixteen-year follow-up. J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2004 Jun;86-A(6):1161-71.

Hebert MB, Coetzee JC. The Agility Total Ankle Replacement: A Prospective Outcome Study with Minimum Two Year Follow-Up. Washington, DC. American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons' 2005 Annual Meeting. Podium Presentation. February 24, 2005. Paper No: 126.




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