Selene G. Parekh

Obesity Is Associated With Earlier Mechanical Failure Following Total Ankle Arthroplasty Independent of Tibial Stem or Keel Augmentation

Background: Obesity and elevated body mass have been associated with increased rates of aseptic loosening and implant failure following total ankle arthroplasty (TAA). The purpose of this study was to investigate the role for primary stemmed or keeled tibial implants as a protect...

Feasibility and Early Experience of Custom Stemmed Tibial Trays in Revision Total Ankle Arthroplasty: A Case Series

Background Total ankle arthroplasty (TAA) has become a reliable option for end-stage ankle arthritis management with good to excellent survivorship with modern 4th generation implant designs. In cases of implant failure, an array of revision implant options is necessary but not r...