FAQs for patients

Here are some information leaflets I have already sent out to GPs answering some of the questions most frequently asked by patients about Joint Replacement in a series called "Clinically Relevant Questions":

How long can I expect this hip replacement to last?
How long can I expect this hip replacement to last?
Can I get away with a half–knee?
Can I get away with a half–knee?
How long will the operation take?
How long will the operation take?
Will my joint replacement make the airport metal detectors go off?
Will my joint replacement make the airport metal detectors go off?
Why might I need a revision of my hip replacement?
Why might I need a revision of my hip replacement?
What is Deep Venous Thrombosis?
What is Deep Venous Thrombosis?
What can I do to prepare for my Joint Replacement Surgery?
What can I do to prepare for my Joint Replacement Surgery?

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