A revision of a total knee replacement means that all or part of your replacement needs to be revised as problems or wear over time can cause internal issues with your knee. Knee replacements swap the whole joint with man-made parts, which you’ll have for the rest of your life. As these man-made parts see regular use there is often wear that occurs to these parts. Plastic inserts may shift or release particles into the knee joint which can decay bone over time and become unstable. Our specialists at Adelphi Orthopaedic in Scottsdale and Glendale, AZ will help repair your procedure properly.
The knee experts at Adelphi will put you through a thorough physical evaluation, along with diagnostic tests such as an MRI or X-ray. These are performed to see if there is any loosening or a change in the position of the knee components and help us understand why the knee has failed.
Following Anesthesia, we begin the procedure which typically takes between 2-3 hours. We follow the original incision and expose your knee joint to examine the soft tissue and look for signs of infection. We will assess the components of the knee to determine which parts need to be revised. Original implants will be removed and we’ll proceed with preparing the bone surfaces for the revision implant, adding metal augments or blocks if significant bone loss has occurred. Lastly, we will insert the new implant and repair any surrounding tissue that may be damaged. A final test of the joint motion is conducted before closing your knee up and preparing you for recovery. All while utilizing MAKO robotic technology.
