Mini-incision surgery for total knee replacement

Current evidence on the safety and efficacy of mini-incision surgery for total knee replacement is adequate to support the use of this procedure provided that normal arrangements are in place for clinical governance, consent and audit.

Mini-incision surgery for total knee replacement should only be carried out by surgeons with specific training in the procedure.

Surgeons should submit details on all patients undergoing mini-incision surgery for total knee replacement to the National Joint Registry.