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What is the benefit of the partial knee replacement?

April 26, 2017benefit knee partial replacement

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What is the benefit of the partial knee replacement?

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• Smaller Incision A traditional knee replacement surgery involves an incision about 8 inches over the front of the knee. In the minimally invasive HemiCap, the incision is about 3 inches, with a portion of the procedure performed arthroscopically. • Less Blood Loss Because of the extent of dissection and bone removal necessary for a total knee replacement, the need for a blood transfusion is not uncommon. With the HemiCap, there is minimal blood loss. • Shorter Recovery Both the time in the hospital and the time to functional recovery are considerably less with the HemiCAP® Implant. Patients are typically discharged on the day of the procedure. For more information on the HemiCAP® Implant or to schedule an appointment with Dr. Cohen, call Orthopaedic Specialists at (337-494-4900.