My TKR implant is loose
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Hi all some of you may remember me. i had a left TkR back in September 2017. I always found recovery tough but i thought that was normal as i couldnt compare it to anything else. Anyway i found out in January this year that the implant is loose when i had a bone scan, even though my inflammatory markers have come back normal and fluid aspirated from my knee was negative my consultant is convinced that its due to infection but an anaerobic one. this wednesday im having the implant removed and vancomycin beads put in along with a plastic joint as a temporary measure. The pain ive been experiencing at the top of my shin has been unbearable on weight bearing even after taking strong pain killers. i can honestly say that i am petrified that it isnt going to work and my life will be changed for ever. trying to stay positive but its difficult .
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Corri Snoozy69
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I had a reversion after my implant became loose no infection just moderate synovitis in the knee and in my case the cement didnt hold and it was not easy so I sorry you'll have to go through is hope everything turns out well
karen14697 Snoozy69
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please also check online if your implant has been recalled. My sister's knee is in the recall list and is going back to her surgeon after 3 years. MY LTKR is scheduled fir MAY 23. I'll be glad to get it behind me! Best wishes for healing!
bradley_33200 Snoozy69
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wow I just got my tkr on the 30th really painful but in your situation with pain and infection I would tell them to change out everything because they will try to fix what they think it is when down the line its gonna affect you not them I will be praying for you good luck