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Triathlon Partial Knee Resurfacing

Unicompartmental Knee Resurfacing (UKR, Uni Knee)

Triathlon PKR was developed with patient needs in mind. The implant is anatomically shaped and helps enable surgeons to use the latest minimally invasive surgical techniques. With this procedure, only the affected compartment of the arthritic femur and the tibia are resurfaced with artificial implants.

Potential Benefits

X3^® Technology

The bearing surface is defined as the two parts of the knee implant that glide together throughout motion. Triathlon PKR utilizes Stryker's advanced bearing technology, called X3^®, which has demonstrated up to 96% decrease in wear in laboratory testing compared to competitive premium bearing surfaces in TKRs.² Triathlon PKR is the only unicompartmental knee with this technology.

Wear Test Results²

Quicker Recovery

Because the PKR artificial joints are smaller than total knee implants, the surgical incision may be smaller. A smaller incision may lead to a smaller scar. Other potential benefits to PKR include a quicker operation and a shorter hospital stay compared to a total knee replacement.¹ Rehabilitation may also be more progressive. Because less bone is removed and there is less trauma to soft tissue during surgery, your knee may feel more natural than with a total knee replacement .¹

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Risks Associated with PKR

As with any surgery, there is a risk of complications. Blood clots are the most common complication after surgery. Your doctor may prescribe one or more measures to help prevent blood clots from forming in your leg veins, such as special support hose and blood thinners. You may also receive antibiotics to help prevent infection. Your doctor can provide you with more information about other potential risks. Risk factors relating to your anatomy, weight, prior joint surgeries and your personal health should also be addressed with your doctor.

References:

1. Newman, John H.,Unicompartmental Knee Replacement, The Knee, 7 (2000), pp. 63-70.
2. Stryker Orthopaedics Test Report: 06-013.