Knee revision replacement surgery

Knee revision, also known as “re-surgery”, is the process of replacing the prosthesis placed in the first operation of a patient who has had total knee replacement surgery before, with a new prosthetic implant.

Hospitalisation is needed for a week.
Airplane travel should be avoided for 20 days following the surgery.

Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to recover from a knee replacement revision?

Mostly, patients can return to their daily activities, except for heavy exercise or strenuous physical activities, within 3-6 months after the surgery.

What is the success rate of revision knee replacement?

The success rate in such surgeries is around 70%.

What age is good for knee replacement?

Just like in the primary knee surgeries, there is no age criterion for the replacement procedures.

Cautıons

Hospitalisation is needed for a week. Airplane travel should be avoided for 20 days following the surgery.

Call Center

Ask The Doctor

Advantage code