EPISODE · Mar 23, 2016 · 12 MIN
FAI January 2016 Podcast: Effect of Obesity on Total Ankle Arthroplasty Outcomes
from Foot & Ankle International
The prevalence of obesity in the United States is staggering. Currently, the effect of obesity on third-generation total ankle replacement (TAR) is unknown. This study concluded that total ankle arthroplasty in obese patients was a relatively safe procedure. Although obese patients after TAR had lower functional outcome scores compared to their nonobese counterpart, they did experience significant functional and pain improvements at most recent follow-up. To view the article, click here.
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