Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research · 1994 · 61 citations · 0 references
MedicineOrthopaedic SurgeryOrthopedic SurgeryGeriatricsJoint Replacement SurgeryOrthopedicsComplications Of ArthroplastyKnee ArthroplastyElderly Patient Risk AssessmentElderly Patient SurgeryGeriatric Postoperative PainPain Relief AssessmentTotal Joint Arthroplasty
Total knee arthroplasty can be performed with acceptably low risk in the elderly patient. The risk for postoperative complications is significantly higher than in younger patients, however. Pain relief is the principle indication for this procedure in elderly patients.