Current Issue March 2012, Vol. 19, No. 2

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Does computer navigation system really improve early clinical outcomes after anterior cruciate ligament reconstruction? A meta-analysis and systematic review of randomized controlled trials
March 2012(Vol. 19 | No. 2 | Pages 73-77)
Tao Cheng, Guo-You Zhang, Xian-Long Zhang

Original Articles

Arthroscopic ACL reconstruction with reverse “Y”-plasty grafts and fixation in the femur with either a bioabsorbable interference screw or an Endobutton
March 2012(Vol. 19 | No. 2 | Pages 78-83)
Li Wei Ping, Song Bin, Yang Rui, Song Yang, Zhang Zheng Zheng, Ding Yue

Technical note: Easy graft passage without posterior portals in PCL reconstruction
March 2012(Vol. 19 | No. 2 | Pages 84-86)
Chris M. van den Broek, Tony G. van Tienen, Koen C. Defoort, Ate B. Wymenga

Posterior cruciate substituting versus posterior cruciate retaining total knee arthroplasty prostheses: A meta-analysis
03 February 2012
Shi-xing Luo, J.M. Zhao, Wei Su, Xiao-feng Li, Gui-fu Dong
Abstract: Purpose: The arguments about whether posterior-substituting prostheses or cruciate-retaining prostheses are superior to the other after total knee arthroplasty never stop. This meta-analysis...
Prospective study of gait function before and 2years after total knee arthroplasty
02 February 2012
Inès A. Kramers-de Quervain, Stéphane Kämpfen, Urs Munzinger, Anne F. Mannion
Abstract: Purpose: To perform a prospective evaluation of gait before and 2years after total knee arthroplasty (TKA) and examine the influence of comorbidity and other joint problems on gait character...
Minocycline reduces articular cartilage damage following osteochondral injury
02 February 2012
Akira Yamamoto, Adam P. Warren, Hubert T. Kim
Abstract: Introduction: Secondary injury pathways activated after chondral and osteochondral injury represent a potential target for therapies designed to minimize articular cartilage loss. The primar...
A randomized, double-blind, dose-ranging study comparing wound infiltration of DepoFoam bupivacaine, an extended-release liposomal bupivacaine, to bupivacaine HCl for postsurgical analgesia in total knee arthroplasty
30 January 2012
Kenneth Bramlett, Erol Onel, Eugene R. Viscusi, Kevin Jones
Abstract: Introduction: DepoFoam bupivacaine is a novel liposomal formulation of bupivacaine designed to provide prolonged postsurgical analgesia. This dose-ranging study evaluated extent and duration...
Antagonist muscle moment is increased in ACL deficient subjects during maximal dynamic knee extension
30 January 2012
Tine Alkjær, Erik B. Simonsen, S. Peter Magnusson, Poul Dyhre-Poulsen, Per Aagaard
Abstract: Introduction: Coactivation of the hamstring muscles during dynamic knee extension may compensate for increased knee joint laxity in anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) deficient subjects. This ...

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About The Knee

The Knee is an international journal publishing studies on the clinical treatment and fundamental biomechanical characteristics of this joint. The aim of the journal is to provide a vehicle relevant to surgeons, biomedical engineers, imaging specialists, materials scientists, rehabilitation personnel and all those with an interest in the knee.

The topics covered include, but are not limited to:

anatomy, physiology, morphology and biochemistry;
biomechanical studies;
advances in the development of prosthetic, orthotic and augmentation devices;
imaging and diagnostic techniques;
pathology;
trauma;
surgery;
rehabilitation.

The journal publishes original research articles, review papers, case reports and short communications. In addition, the regular content includes letters to the Editor, book reviews and a conference calendar.

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Objectives of the British Association for Surgery of the Knee:

To provide a forum for the presentation of basic research, advances in clinical practice and the results of surgical procedures pertaining to the knee joint.
To encourage and support research, audit and teaching in relation to knee surgery.
To give advice where appropriate in matters relating to knee surgery.
To represent the interests of the Members and Associates where appropriate in matters relating to knee surgery.
To maintain the link between knee surgeons and the British Orthopaedic Association via the Board of Specialist Societies.
To encourage collaboration with other organizations in order to further the educational objectives of the Association.