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Arthritis, Steroids, and Total Knee Replacement
If you have rheumatoid or psoriatic arthritis or take steroids, total knee replacement surgery poses a higher risk of complications to you. For example, you are more likely to have infections and a delayed healing process. Therefore, it is essential for you to communicate with your healthcare team throughout your recovery to make sure that these possible situations are taken care of appropriately.
Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD
Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD