Updates on Total Ankle Arthroplasty

Abstract

The newer generation total ankle arthroplasty constructs afford higher levels of long-term survivability, and for the first in the history of ankle arthroplasty procedures, results are comparable to arthrodesis. Much of the success hinges on appropriate patient selection. A comprehensive workup of the patient will allow selection of adjunctive procedures as well as allowing for the determination of single versus 2-stage deformity correction. With the continual addition of implants, it is important to understand the specialization and indications that are assigned to certain models because this will help in selecting the most appropriate implant for any given patient.

Keywords: Patient-specific instrumentation; TAR; Total ankle arthroplasty; Total ankle replacement.