Failure of metal-backed uncemented patellar components: Report on 3 cases

Authors

  • Gemot Felmet
  • Ugo de Nicola
  • Hans-Werner Springorum

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678909149612

Abstract

We report 3 cases of metal-backed patellar component failure of the Microloc® total condylar knee, which was implanted in 51 cases. The main reason for failure was the design of the patellar and femoral components in combination with flexion of more than 100°.

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Published

1989-01-01

How to Cite

Felmet, G., Nicola, U. de, & Springorum, H.-W. (1989). Failure of metal-backed uncemented patellar components: Report on 3 cases. Acta Orthopaedica, 60(6), 715–717. https://doi.org/10.3109/17453678909149612