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Does The Cement Break Through The Skin Post A Knee Replacement Surgery?
I had full knee replacement 130 days ago. Im 36 yr old extremely active.. Had to have manipulation 1/13/17 and now 4/14/17 my doc wants to go in again arthroscopically to remove what he says is Cement that is about to break through my skin. ? is this a thing?
Thu, 18 Oct 2018
Hi,
The bone cement used in the procedure might seep through the skin once there is ligament tear or necrosis.
You can proceed with arthroscopic repair without any concerns.
Nothing much to worry and your treatment is on the right track.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
The bone cement used in the procedure might seep through the skin once there is ligament tear or necrosis.
You can proceed with arthroscopic repair without any concerns.
Nothing much to worry and your treatment is on the right track.
Hope I have answered your query. Let me know if I can assist you further.
Regards,
Dr. Shinas Hussain,
General & Family Physician
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