About the Treatment Method
Tissue Preserving Partial Prosthesis
In a total prosthesis, the anterior and posterior cruciate ligaments of the knee and all its cartilages are cut; it is a major surgery. In a partial prosthesis, however, the incision is very small (minimally invasive), blood loss is minimal, and since the patient's own original ligaments are preserved, the natural mechanics and "bending (angle)" ability of the knee perfectly continue.
Since very little bone is cut, patients can generally stand up and walk comfortably on the day of the surgery or the next morning. The hospital stay is around 1-2 days, and the physical therapy process is quite short and painless compared to a full prosthesis.
If calcification develops in the other intact parts of the knee (due to aging) 10-15 years later, the partial prosthesis can be easily removed and converted into a total knee replacement. So, it is a comfortable last exit before the bridge.
The information on this page is for general health advice. Please consult specialized physicians for personalized treatment or advice.
