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Surgical difficulties for total knee replacement in Stickler syndrome - a case report

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Description: Stickler syndrome is believed to be the most common connective tissue disorder in Europe and the USA. Severe osteoarthritis sets in at very early age in 3rd to 4th decade of life necessitating joint arthroplasty. This case report highlights the intraoperative surgical difficulties faced by the surgeon and the planning needed for the operation.
Gopalkrishna G Verma Mr , Adel A Zarugh Mr and Khushroo K Suraliwala Mr Cases Journal 2008, 1:179 Full text available

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Author/Contact: Verma et al
Institution: Cases Journal
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Language: English

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Added: Sat Sep 27 2008