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VOL. 1, ISSUE 1 (2019)
Clinical and functional outcomes of total knee arthroplasty in rheumatoid arthritis patients: A longitudinal study
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K Hari Prasad
Abstract

Introduction: Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) is effective for managing severe knee involvement in Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA) patients. This study evaluates the clinical, functional, and radiographic outcomes of TKA in RA patients.

Material and Methods: A longitudinal study was conducted on 50 RA patients undergoing TKA at Mamata Medical College. Outcomes were assessed at baseline, discharge, 3 months, 6 months, and 1 year postoperatively using VAS for pain, KSS for knee function, WOMAC, SF-36, radiographic evaluations, patient satisfaction, and activity levels.

Results: VAS scores improved from 8.4 to 1.1, and KSS scores increased from 51.2 to 83.1 (both p < 0.001). WOMAC and SF-36 scores showed significant functional and quality of life improvements. Radiographic outcomes indicated stable implants with no major complications. Patient satisfaction and activity levels rose significantly.

Conclusions: TKA significantly improves pain, function, and quality of life in RA patients, with high patient satisfaction and stable radiographic results.
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Pages:41-44
How to cite this article:
K Hari Prasad "Clinical and functional outcomes of total knee arthroplasty in rheumatoid arthritis patients: A longitudinal study". International Journal of Orthopaedics Research, Vol 1, Issue 1, 2019, Pages 41-44
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