I HIP -- 1 THR: cemented or uncemented? -- 2 Conventional THR or Hip Resurfacing? -- 3 Bilateral THA: 1-Stage or 2-Stage? -- 4 Osteonecrosis of the femoral head: core decompression or THA -- II KNEE -- 5 Cartilage injuries: therapeutic alternatives -- 6 Acute ACL injuries: reconstruction or repair? -- 7 ACL reconstruction: isolated or combined with an extra-articular procedure? -- 8 HTO: Closed wedge or open wedge? -- 9 HTO or UKA? -- 10 UKA or TKA? -- 11 Bilateral TKA: 1-Stage or 2-Stage? -- 12 TKA acute hematogenous infection: DAIR, single or two stage revision -- 13 Femoral periprosthetic fractures: plate fixation, IM nailing or endoprosthetic replacement? -- III ANKLE -- 14 Arthrodesis or TAR? -- 15 Achilles ruptures: nonoperative treatment, open repair or percutaneous repair?

This book presents the state of the art in controversies in orthopaedic surgery of the lower limb, i.e. of the hip, knee, and ankle, a treatment option that is becoming more and more frequent. Written by experts from leading institutions, it clarifies these controversies on the basis of real-world examples to provide readers with reliable insights. Each of the 3 sections discusses the most relevant controversies related to the joint specificities of hip, knee, and ankle - ranging from cemented vs. uncemented THR, through ACL reconstruction vs. repair, to the diverse treatment options for Achilles tendon rupture. This comprehensive guide is a valuable resource for all orthopaedic surgeons involved in the care of lower limb problems.