Recon | Prosthetic Joint Infection
The Orthobullets Podcast
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The Basics of Surgery
Amputation is indicated when total knee infections are recalcitrant to other options. Other indications include severe pain, soft tissue compromise, severe bone loss, or vascular damage. The technique of an amputation is typically an above knee amputation. Outcomes include 71% to 95% success rate with bone effusion and infection eradication.
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