Fracture of the polyethylene tibial post in a posterior stabilized knee prosthesis: A case report and review of literature

We report a case of fracture of tibial polyethylene post fracture from base in a 56 year old lady 10 years from posterior stabilized total knee arthroplasty following trivial trauma. There have been signs of wear at the base especially anteriorly. After revision of tibial polyethylene component patient developed complete relief of symptom.