What are the possible complications or risks of minimally invasive joint replacement surgery?
While uncommon, complications can occur during and after surgery. Some complications include, but are not limited to, infection, blood clots, implant breakage, misalignment and premature wear, any of which may necessitate implant replacement surgery. While these devices are generally successful in attaining reduced pain and restored function, they cannot be expected to withstand the activity levels and loads of normal healthy bone and joint tissue. Although implant surgery is extremely successful in most cases, some patients still experience pain and stiffness. No implant will last forever and factors such as the patient‘s post-surgical activities and weight can affect longevity. Be sure to discuss these and other risks with your surgeon.
