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S T A B I L I T Y F O R L I F E . C O M PATIENT SATISFACTION AFTER KNEE ARTHROPLASTY Despite the excellent longevity of total knee arthroplasty, many patients continue to experience functional deficits after surgery. GMK Sphere features a fully congruent medial compartment providing: • High stability throughout the range Patient expectations are not as well fulfilled by TKA as by total hip replacement, with fewer knee patients achieving a “forgotten joint” replacement. Studies show that around 20% of TKA patients are not satisfied[1, 2, 3]. Excessive A/P motion may result in anterior knee pain...

RESPONSIBLE INNOVATION Medacta is committed to providing innovative and safe solutions for patients with an evidence-based approach. GMK Sphere was tested over 3 years prior to launch through an intensive evaluation program, including in vitro and in vivo trials and Laboratory tests[8,10,11,14]. 1. Extensive laboratory tests and computer simulations[10] 3. Sophisticated clinical evaluation in centers around the world[11,14] A ceramic-like coating designed to reduce the release of metal ions from the implant[12]. Vitamin E highly crosslinked UHMWPE with improved oxidation and wear resistance[12]....