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What is a ?knee arthroplasty?
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Knee replacement: Total knee replacement they replace the end of femur (thigh) and top end of leg bone (tibia) with a metal joint. Quite effective for chronic knee pain that is severe and you are not able to bear weight. New joint may last for 15-25 years.
Answered 10/17/2012
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Arthroplasty: Generally means knee replacement, resurfacing the tibia, femur, and patella.
Answered 10/13/2012
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