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Complications of Knee Replacement Surgery

Complications of total knee replacement surgery are rare and include general surgical complications, such as adverse reactions to anesthesia and infection, as well as complications specific to knee replacement surgery.

Possible complications from anesthesia include heart attack stroke, pneumonia, and blood clots. To reduce anesthesia risks, the anesthesiologist must be aware of the patient’s medical history, especially past or current heart and...Read the full article