CME expires May 31, 2026

Sharpen your problem-solving skills with relevant patient cases from experts on the frontlines!

In this journal-based CME activity, you will review the indications for, contraindications for, surgical principles of, and outcomes of medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty by following an evolving patient case scenario based on a recent article from the Journal of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (JAAOS). After the reading, you will complete an assessment to test your orthopaedic knowledge, problem solving, and clinical decision-making skills.

Case Editor
Robert S. Sterling, MD, FAAOS

Learning Objectives

• Discuss traditional and emerging indications and contraindications for medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty.
  • Explain the appropriate workup for a patient with medial knee osteoarthritis.
  • Describe surgical techniques for medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty.
  • List implant options for medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty.
  • Review survival data and outcomes of medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty and total knee arthroplasty.
  • Discuss causes of failure after medial unicompartmental knee arthroplasty.

Earn up to 2 AMA PRA Category 1 CME credits™.