Total joint replacement of the hip and knee.

Quinet, R J; Winters, E G · Med Clin North Am · 1992

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Abstract

Total hip and knee replacements are among the most common orthopedic surgical procedures performed on patients with arthritis. The procedures are highly successful in appropriately selected patients. The authors approach total joint replacement from a medical perspective, emphasizing indications, contraindications, preoperative evaluation, clinical outcome, and potential complications.

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