Knee surgery showdown: to resurface or not?
NCT ID NCT03081260
First seen Jun 27, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026
Summary
This study looked at 250 adults having total knee replacement to compare two surgical approaches: resurfacing the kneecap (patella) with a plastic implant versus leaving the natural cartilage in place. The goal was to see which method leads to better knee function and comfort one year after surgery. Results will help guide surgeons on the best technique for new-generation knee implants.
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Conditions
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Locations
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Hôpital de la Croix Rousse
Lyon, 69004, France
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