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With regards to total knee replacement, what are the symptoms of a failing prosthesis?
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Pain: Pain, swelling, difficulty with ambulation, sensation the the knee is going to give-out, however the most common symptom is pain.
Answered 12/13/2012
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Pain and swelling: A "failing" prosthesis implies some type of mechanical failure of the knee replacement. Symptoms usually include pain, swelling, warmth to touch; may also experience weakness or instability. An orthopaedic consult with xrays is recommended.
Answered 5/17/2014
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