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If you had tkr may. continued issues walking and now nov 15 patella dislocates. knee pain swollen. thigh edema inner sl bulging. next plan surgical?

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Dr. Edward Hellman answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Depends: It sounds like you have experienced some complications related to the extensor mechanism of the knee replacement. Thai includes the patella, the polyethylene insert into the patella, the soft tissues including the tendons and supporting retinaculum, and the tibial tubercle. The treatment options are based in the specific problem. A detailed exam and x-ray can usually determine the cause/options.

Answered 11/19/2013

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Dr. Steven Sheskier answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Foot and Ankle Surgery

Evaluate TKR: Early partella dislocation after a tkr that is non traumatic suggests that there maybe a malposition of some of the knee components. See your surgeon for best evaluation and discussion of the situation. Special xrays mayu be required including ct scan and weight bearing xrays of the knee.

Answered 1/25/2014

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