Knee joint replacement

The replacement of the knee joint is aimed at treating cartilage erosion in the knee joint, which often occurs as a result of chronic arthritis (arthritis), and the process depends on the replacement of the joint with another artificial joint. The risk of performing the procedure The process of replacing the knee joint is related to some risks as follows: Infection in the surgical part. bleeding. Scars in Al -shqa area. Serious blood pressure. Damage to the nerves around the joint. Rounds or muscles are damaged. Fat embolism. Before transferring a knee joint, the patient is sent to perform tests that vary depending on the age of the patient and the diseases he suffers, such as: extensive blood count, blood chemistry, blood clotting, urinary examination, kidney and liver functions, electrocardiography and X -ray photography. The doctor sends the patient to perform a knee photography examination using X -Rays, computerized tomography and magnetic resonance imaging. Consult the surgeon about the medication that should be stopped to tackle the days before surgery, and it is necessary to fully fasten 8 hours before surgery. During the procedure to anesthesia and the area sterilizes the 8-12 centimeter incision at the front of the knee, and then the surgeon removes the excessive cartilage and bone tissue that pushes the knee joint. Thereafter, the artificial joint is attached to the thigh and leg bone using a suitable adhesive, and then the artificial joint is installed with the knee -muscles and ligaments that support the joint to obtain a motor performance in the joint similar to the normal position. After surgery, the patient remains in hospital a few days after surgery to ensure the stability of his condition, and pain relievers can be used if necessary. You should go to the doctor immediately in cases where some symptoms occur, such as: severe pain, loss of sensation, headaches, high body temperature and wound bleeding. Pain disappears completely after a few weeks of surgery, and the patient is advised to gradually walk on foot with the need not to bend the knee joint.