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Knee replacement abroad

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rob12647
rob12647

Hi all

Posting for my wife who is waiting for a total knee replacement on the NHS. Has anybody gone abroad for this surgery? The reasons for asking are she has been quoted 15-18 months for the procedure, We did look at going private in the uk for this but with costs 15k to 17k this is unaffordable for us. Having a dig round various other countries its seems the same surgery in what looks like a very nice hospital with flights, hotel accommodation and transfers cost around 7k. Countries include Lithuania, Hungary, and Turkey, so has anybody had this done abroad? and what are your thoughts on doing this. thanks in advance.

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  • barbara66703
    barbara66703 rob12647

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    that's a big NoNo.. Plz stay in your own country.

    so ya gonna go out of the country for surgery, 6 week check ups, meds, training for movement restrictions . walker , follow up xrays. come on be reasonable... that is the most ridiculous idea I have ever heard.

    again in my humble opinion ...the public is not informed about this complicated surgery. surgeons must have 100's of THR surgeries a year and for follow up for weeks and if any complications what are ya gonna do?

    this is not like going in for a auto tire change. plz see details of THR surgery . this is a complicated procedure. pain meds , check ups support , and many aides needed to get thru THR surgery.

    don't risk it. it' s difficult enough surgery and a very painful healing cycle...she will not heal completely for up to a year after THR.

    the out of country surgery is less cost wise but health wise the cost to your wife's healing progression could be much higher than any amount of cash you save. THR surgery from other countries know that this particular surgery is a big money maker... you want the correct implant's used, proper fit and size . it is sold as easy peasy. it is not ....it takes every ounce of physical and emotional strength to walk and heal . your wife has enough to deal with let alone traveling to a different country. Also flying travel could be a huge risk for blood clots and risk factor for other complications .

    i have been thru 3 THR surgeries each one is different . my personal experience and advice stay home and wait for the surgery. going to other countries is a huge risk and they are waiting for patients like your wife who is in a big hurry and offer this cheaper procedure .. the risks involved far out weight the cheaper price and travel.

    it's like the old saying "You get what you pay for". cheaper, sooner, does not mean responsible or better.

    of course you can do what ever you decide . just sharing my experience. maybe do more homework and watch the procedure by surgeons online....

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