A member asked:

My 73 year old mother needs knee replacement, is this a successful operation?

A doctor has provided 1 answer
Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Very much so: Great results up to 30 or so years great results. Requires significant motivation and physical therapy. Antibiotics and anticoagulants can decrease risk of infection and clots, respectively.

Answered 10/17/2012

5.5k views

Thank

Related Questions

Sponsored Content
HealthTap Medical Group does not endorse products or services. Sponsored content revenues support our mission to make health information free and accessible to all.Learn more