The patient outcomes in total knee arthroplasty (TKA) depends mostly on the timing of surgery. Patient age, radiographic severity of osteoarthritis (OA), and severity of symptoms seem to be key determiners for the timing of surgical procedures. Beside this, there are a number of factors that may influence the patient outcomes in TKA. This article summarizes key aspects to be considered while performing TKA in patients.
Worldwide rates of primary and revision TKAs are rising due to increased longevity of the population and the burden of osteoarthritis. Several factors play a crucial role in obtaining successful TKAs, and these include well-selected patients, appropriate implants, well-performed surgical procedures, and adequate postoperative rehabilitation. PRE-ADMISSION ASSESSMENT: Pre-assessment is very important to improve patient outcomes and should be done within six weeks of the…
