What Are the Indications for One-Stage Versus Two-Stage Exchange Arthroplasty in Management of the Infected Total Ankle Arthroplasty (TAA)?

Ellington, Kent; Bemenderfer, Thomas B · Foot Ankle Int · 2019

expert_opinion · Level V

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Abstract

Two-stage exchange arthroplasty is recommended in the majority of cases following infected TAA. One-stage arthroplasty is only indicated in a limited patient population with acute infection, preoperatively identified low-virulence organisms, and low-risk patient factors. Consensus. Agree: 92%, Disagree: 8%, Abstain: 0% (Super Majority, Strong Consensus).

Medical subject headings

Anatomy