A member asked:
My husband's patella tendon was torn during surgery for a total knee replacement. how will the recovery from the tendon injury effect tkr recovery?
2 doctor answers • 4 doctors weighed in
Dr. James Burnsanswered
Emergency Medicine 39 years experience
It will definitely: prolong recovery to a degree as the patellar tendon is a significant part of knee stability and mobility.
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Dr. Frederick Buechel, Jr. MDanswered
Orthopedic Surgery 22 years experience
Varies: With a good repair, it should go on to heal well. There are precautions to take to reduce the risk of it becoming a problem. Discuss these issues with your surgeon who has the best information about the actual situation and the repair technique and how he/she wants to manage it for best results.
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Last updated Apr 27, 2020
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