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Table 2 Anatomical parameters

From: Anterior prominence of the femoral condyle varies among prosthesis designs and surgical techniques in total knee arthroplasty

Valgus (°)

6.3 ± 1.9 (2.6 to 10.5)

External rotationa(°)

3.8 ± 1.6 (0.5 to 7.5)

Sagittal alignmentb(°)

−1.3 ± 1.9 (− 5.5 to 2.2)

  1. aExpressed as an external rotation angle from the posterior condylar angle
  2. bNegative values indicate extension and positive values indicate flexion against the distal bone axis
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BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders

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