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Greater risk of all-cause revisions and complications for obese patients in 3 106 381 total knee arthroplasties: a meta-analysis and systematic review.

James Randolph OnggoJames Jia Ming AngJason Derry OnggoRichard de SteigerRaphael Hau
Published in: ANZ journal of surgery (2021)
Obese and morbidly obese patients have higher risks of revisions and infections post TKA. Surgeons should counsel patients of these risks during the informed consenting process and adopt preventative strategies into clinical practice to reduce risks where possible. In conclusion, obesity is a significant, modifiable risk factor for increased complications following TKA.
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