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When you have total knee replacement and you have an infection does the infection go directly to the knee replacement?
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∙ 11y ago
I think the answer is it does not affect the implants as such but it affects the fixation of the implants to the bone which results in loosening of implants.
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∙ 11y ago
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How do you tell if you have infection after total knee replacement?
Leaking wound, fever, swelling and effusion around the implant are the signs of infection after a total knee replacement.
Can a bronchitis or sinus infection cause infection of a total knee replacement?
No
Is total knee arthroplasty and knee replacement the same?
Total knee replacement is a type of total joint arthroplasty. Total joint arthroplasty could refer to any joint replacement.
What does the medical abbreviation TKR mean?
TKR stands for total knee replacement.
What causes a mushy material to form around a total knee replacement and cause it to fail?
i have knocking in the knee after total knee replacement is this normal
What is the abbreviation for a total knee replacement?
No. THR in that context would stand for total hip replacement. TKR would be the acronym for total knee replacement.
How much physical therapy do you have to have after a total knee replacement?
after total knee replacement therapy should be continue three months
How long should you have fever after knee replacement?
You should not have a fever after a knee replacement. fever can indicate infection so I suggest you consult your doctor.
Can plastic knee replacement cause copd?
My mother is 80, has COPD and is considering a total knee replacement
What is the cost of a total knee replacement in British Columbia?
The cost of a total knee replacement in British Columbia will vary depending n a couple of factors like age, and where you get the surgery done. The total knee replacement surgery costs about $18,000.
How long does it take for your knee to straighten after total knee replacement?
forever
Can you have an MRI after a total knee replacement?
Yes
