Leg length discrepancy before total knee arthroplasty is associated with increased complications and earlier time to revision.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Leg length discrepancy (LLD) following total knee arthroplasty (TKA) is a common complaint, leading to decreased patient satisfaction. However, the effect of LLD diagnosis prior to TKA on outcomes and complications is not well defined. Thus, this study aimed to assess the effects that LLD has on rates of falls and implant complications, length of stay and readmissions, and implant survivorship following TKA.

Methods

A retrospective review of a private insurance claims database was conducted from 2010 to 2021. All cases of TKA and those with a diagnosis of leg length discrepancy were identified. Patients undergoing TKA with a diagnosis of LLD were matched to control patients 1:5 based on demographic and comorbidity profiles. Two-year fall rates and implant compli

SUBMITTER: Mekkawy KL 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10790485 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature