Patients with end-stage osteoarthritis of the knee over 50 years of age who underwent total knee replacement (TKR) surgery OA knee Elderly TKA TKR Patellar resurfacing Patellar denervation
Conditions
Interventions
All enrolled patients will be admitted to the Orthopaedic inpatient ward one day prior to surgery for preoperative preparation. A research physician will provide a brief explanation of the surgical pr
Experimental Procedure/Surgery
Circumferential patellar denervation
Sponsors
Mahavajiralongkorn foundation
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
All
Age
50 Years to 100 Years
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: 1. Patients with end-stage osteoarthritis of the knee over 50 years of age who underwent total knee replacement (TKR) surgery with patellar resurfacing at Phramongkutklao Hospital between May 1, 2024, and September 30, 2026 2. Informed consent provided
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: 1. Previous knee surgery 2. Prior patellar fracture 3. Patients who do not meet the criteria for patellar replacement surgery 4. Patellar thickness < 12 mm 5. Severe systemic disease contraindicating surgery 6. Patients with brain problems, communication difficulties, and schizophrenia may find it difficult for doctors to assess their pain and knee function. 7. Inability to complete follow-up
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Anterior knee pain 6 weeks, 3 months and 6 months after intervention 2011 Knee Society Score | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Knee functional performance 6 weeks, 3 months and 6 months after intervention 2011 KNee Society Score | — |
Countries
Thailand
Contacts
Public ContactPontakorn Limpanapittayatorn
Phramongkutklao Hospital
Outcome results
None listed