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Unicompartmental vs Total Knee Arthroplasty — Indications & Outcomes

UKA: isolated compartment OA, intact ACL/collaterals, correctible deformity; faster recovery, more natural kinematics. TKA: multicompartment disease, inflammatory arthritis, significant deformity/instability; durable outcomes. UKA risks: OA progression, bearing dislocation (mobile), higher revision if selection poor. TKA risks: PF complications, stiffness; less normal kinematics. Choice individualized by age, activity, alignment, expectations.

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UKA: isolated compartment OA, intact ACL/collaterals, correctible deformity; faster recovery, more natural kinematics. TKA: multicompartment disease, inflammatory arthritis, significant deformity/instability; durable outcomes. UKA risks: OA progression, bearing dislocation (mobile), higher revision if selection poor. TKA risks: PF complications, stiffness; less normal kinematics. Choice individualized by age, activity, alignment, expectations.
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