We discuss with Dr Utsav Agrawal, Knee Replacement Specialist.
With a big variety of implants ranging from slightly cheaper ones to the most expensive, made of varies metals and by various companies, patients planning for knee replacement are often confused about which implant to choose. Lets see what options of knee implants we have and how to choose the right implant.
Metal Implants are Made Of :
– Steel
– Titanium
– Cobalt Chrome
– Oxinium
– Gold Knee Replacement
Fixation of Implants :
- Cemented Implants
- Cementless Implants
Type of Implant
-Fixed Bearing
– Mobile Bearing
– Cruciate Retaining
– Cruciate Substituting
– Customised Implants
Apart from this we have multitudes of companies presenting their products and surgeons who advocate what they think is the best for their patients. Top Companies which supply latest Knee Implants Include Depuy (Jhonson & Jhonson), Smith N Nephew, Stryker, Max, Meril, to name a few.
According to Dr Utsav, One of the Best Knee Replacement Surgeon, you should choose an implant best suited to your age, requirement, severity of knee disease and cost.
Choice of implant should also be based on what your operating surgeon is comfortable with and uses frequently.
Best implants for knee replacement according to Dr Utsav Agrawal include :
– Meril
– Zimmer