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Total Knee Replacement (TKR), also called  Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) , is a surgical procedure where a damaged knee joint is replaced...

Periprosthetic Joint Infection (PJI) is an infection that occurs around a joint replacement implant, such as a hip or knee replacement. It happens when bacteria enter the area around the artificial joint, leading to pain, swelling, and difficulty moving the joint. Persistent pain in the replaced joint. Swelling, redness, or warmth around the joint. 🔹 Fluid leakage (drainage) from the wound. Fever or chills (in some cases). Difficulty moving the joint or feeling unstable.

People who need knee replacement surgery often have problems walking, climbing stairs and getting up out of chairs