A novel instrument for ligament balancing: a biomechanical study in human cadaveric knees

Abstract Purpose Ligament balancing is a prerequisite for good function and survival in total knee arthroplasty (TKA). Various balancing techniques exist, but none have shown superior results. The pie‐crusting technique by Bellemans of the medial collateral ligament is commonly utilized; however, it...

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Main Authors: Lars H. W. Engseth, Jørgen Grønsund, Eirik Aunan, Jan Egil Brattgjerd, Anselm Schulz, Gilbert Moatshe, Stephan M. Röhrl
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Wiley 2023-01-01
Series:Journal of Experimental Orthopaedics
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Online Access:https://doi.org/10.1186/s40634-023-00643-7