Far Medial Subvastus Approach For TKA

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Far Medial Subvastus Approach For TKA

By Philip Winnock de Grave 9 Videos FEATURING Philip Winnock de Grave

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July 5, 2024

Main Features:
- The anteromedial medial capsule is opened in two distinct physiological layers: a ...
read more ↘ straight cut for the superficial layer (medial retinaculum/MPFL) and a Z-shaped cut for the synovium.
- The MCL and anteromedial soft tissues on the tibia remain untouched.
No soft tissues are peeled off from the bone; everything is closed side-to-side, eliminating the need for soft tissues to heal back to the bone.

Main Advantages:
- The quadriceps remain fully intact, promoting rapid rehabilitation.
- No MCL or other medial soft tissue releases are necessary, enhancing the ability to restore native MCL tension intraoperatively.
- The MCL -tension- is directly palpable with your fingertip.
- Provides a priceless side view of the knee to assess sagittal kinematics, ensuring proper flexion gap balance.
- Excellent view and access to the joint.
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