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Total Knee Replacement: Summary

Total Knee Replacement: Summary

This source explores the procedure of total knee arthroplasty (referred to as a TKA), as a method of treatment. The source goes over a variety of information, including general results of the procedure, factors that affect the outcomes of this treatment, and even a look to the future of this field of research. 

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O. Kitil
O. Kitil (Student)
1 year ago
This article takes a look, at knee replacement surgery delving into when its needed the results it yields and the factors that play a role in its success. It's interesting how it carefully examines and combines data from studies providing insights into patient traits, surgical methods and interventions around the time of surgery. The thorough examination of differences in usage based on race and gender is especially crucial for promoting fairness, in healthcare. However the abundance of data might make it a bit heavy to digest so a concise summary could make it easier for a wider audience to grasp.
M Zhou
M Zhou (Student)
1 year ago
Total knee replacement is referred to as total knee arthoplasty (TKA) in the article. It's very interesting that TKA is one of the most common orthopaedic procedures. An issue they faced was that there was a large variety in the patients and knees, making it difficult to summarize their analysis. Patients of TKA are generally older, most likely because they are more prone to injuries