Abstract
Objective: The present study describes the short term results of total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) using the FINE Total Ankle System.
Materials and Methods: TAA was performed on 18 ankles in 16 patients with RA. Fourteen were women and two were men. The mean age at the operation was 65 years and the mean follow-up period was 2.8 years. Clinical evaluation was performed using the JOA score and we also assessed the range of motion, radiographic results, and complications.
Results: The mean JOA score improved from 40.8 to 70.9 The mean plantar flexion improved from 30.9° to 36.6° and the mean dorsiflexion improved from 4.4° to 6.9°. The X-ray findings showed loosening two cases. There were five cases with complications; one of infection, two of delayed wound healings, and two with medial malleolus fractures. Three cases required reoperation. The revision rate was 17%.
Conclusions: The short term results of TAA using the FINE total ankle system were relatively good, however careful follow-up is required.
