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My 70 yr father had a heart attack 2 years ago. he's getting knee replacement done soon. is this dangerous with his heart to do this? what's the risk?
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See his cardiologist: He will need to have clearance from his cardiologist. There is a risk but this will minimize it.
Answered 5/2/2016
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