Introduction
The Zimmer@ Gender Solutions” Patello-Femoral Joint (PFI) System is intended for replacement of the femoral trochlea of the patellofemoral joint affected by disease or injury.
Indications
The PFI prosthesis is indicated for osteoarthritis, traumatic arthritis, polyarthritis, and severe chondrocalcinosis of the patellofemoral joint, as well as for the salvage of previously failed surgical attempts.
Contraindications
The device is contraindicated in patients with previous history of infection, insufficient bone stock, insufficient menisci and/or ligament structures, skeletal immaturity, neuropathic arthropathy, severe instability, maltracking, malalignment of the patella, patellofemoral and/or tibiofemoral joints, and rheumatoid arthritis with skin ulcers or history of recurrent skin breakdown.
Surgical Technique
The surgical technique involves exposure, resecting the patella, marking femoral landmarks, performing femoral anterior cut, sizing femoral trochlea, milling femoral trochlea, drilling peg and tail holes, performing trial reduction, implanting trochlea and patella prostheses, and closure.
Manual:
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