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| HOW IS KNEE REPLACED | ||||
Once the
anesthetic has been given and the patient prepared: the damaged
joint surfaces are removed. An incision approximately eight inches
in length is made on the front of the knee. |
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The lower end of the thigh bone (femur) is resurfaced with a metal cap. The upper end of the leg bone (tibia) is replaced
with a plastic and metal implant with cement and or screws. The back of the kneecap (patella) is also resurfaced with an all-plastic implant. Highly specialized instruments are used that allow precision cutting of the bone so that the new joint fits perfectly. The type of implant used depends on surgeon's preference and patient requirements.) |
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