Knee Surg Relat Res.  2020 Jun;32(2):e31. 10.1186/s43019-020-00043-6.

Intraoperative femoral condyle fracture in primary total knee arthroplasty - a case-control study in Asian population

• Mak YF
• Lee QJ
• Chang WYE
• Wong YC

• KMID: 2506257
• DOI: http://doi.org/10.1186/s43019-020-00043-6

Abstract

Purpose
Intraoperative femoral condyle fracture is a significant but rarely reported complication during primary total knee arthroplasty (TKA). This is the first study to identify the incidence, risk factors, location and outcome of these fractures in an Asian population with modern posterior-stabilized (PS) TKA.
Materials and methods
We reviewed 2682 consecutive primary TKAs performed between 2011 and 2017 in a single centre; 23 femoral condyle fractures were identified and analysed.
Results
Fractures were managed conservatively with screw fixation or revision arthroplasty. Mean follow up was 3.0 years (range 3 months to 5.9 years). All patients achieved bone union and good functional outcome. The mean Knee Society Knee score was 89.4 (range 71–100) and the function score was 80.2 (range 60–95) at a mean of 3.0 years post-operation. Bilateral surgery was found to be a significant risk factor for femoral condyle fracture, while there was a higher trend of fracture in female patients and Stryker articular surface mounted (ASM) navigation.
Conclusions
Intraoperative fracture is not uncommon with modern PS TKA. Postulated risk factors for fracture were discussed. Early identification of risk factors and a rigorous surgical technique may reduce risk of fracture. A good functional result was expected after proper treatment.

Keyword

Complication; Fracture; Femur; Condyle; Knee; Arthroplasty