Artificial Knee Joint - Risks

Fundamentally, the implantation of a knee prosthesis is a standard operation nowadays.¹⁰

Nevertheless, the procedure harbors risks, as does any other operation. It is possible that during the operation fractures or injuries of vessels or the nerves will occur. In addition, complications in the cardiovascular system or the gastrointestinal system as well as lung inflammations can arise. The occurrence of wound hematomae and resulting compression damage, secondary bleeding, or infection are possible.

Finally, there may be a loosening of the joint, which may make a second procedure necessary in some cases. Due to the long period of immobilization, leg thrombosis may occur.¹

The doctor who is treating you will clarify these and further possible risks in greater detail.
 

Quellen:
¹ University of Mannheim Clinic
² University of Freiburg Clinic
^3,4,5,6,9 Orthopaedic Clinic - Dortmund Clinical Centre
⁷ University of Regensburg Clinic
⁸ American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons
¹⁰ German Medical Journal