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My mom's (69) knee prosthesis got infected 2nd time,and she has appointment in 5 days.i am very worried.can she lose leg? what is worst outcome?thanks
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Doubt it: Doubt she would lose leg. Possibly remove prosthesis with antibiotics and possibly replacement of prosthesis once infection has cleared.
Answered 10/16/2016
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