Vascular Injury During a Total Knee Replacement

Total Knee Replacement

In rare cases, the large vessels that are present in the back of the knee can be injured during a total knee replacement surgery. If this occurs, a vascular repair is typically necessary.

Written by/reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

Last reviewed by: Arthur Schoenstadt, MD

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