84 yrs /f had underwent bilateral TKR in 2014. Left side knee got infected after 6 months postoperative period for which multiple debridement done but infection didn’t subside so stage 1 revision left sided done using cement sapcer in 2018. Infection subsided and patient was planned for stage 2 revision TKR using Link Locking Prosthesis after 6 months of antibiotic free period with no infection at surgical site
- Stage 2 revision done with using Link Locking hinge knee Link prosthesis with cement and closure done in layers
- After the surgery, the deformity of knee has been corrected and she has regained full and stable range of movement. she is walking comfortably.
- Revision TKR in the scenario of infection is challenging. At our center we have successfully managed many such cases.
