Neurosurgeon
Neurosurgeon
REVISION | LAS VEGAS
Dr. Andrew Lee, MD | Nevada Spine Clinic, Las Vegas, Nevada
Total and partial knee replacements are durable implants but can fail over time due to specific complications requiring revision surgery. Understanding the cause of failure is essential for planning successful revision.
Dr. Andrew Lee at Nevada Spine Clinic in Las Vegas performs knee revision surgery including complex reconstructions referred from other surgeons.
Knee revision surgery is recommended when a failed knee replacement cannot be managed non-operatively. Dr. Lee performs comprehensive diagnostic workup before planning revision.
Knee revision surgery varies widely in complexity. Dr. Andrew Lee performs knee revision cases at Southern Hills Hospital in Las Vegas.
Failed components are carefully removed and bone defects are addressed with augme or bone graft. New revision components with stems achieve stable fixation in the remaining bone.
Revision for infection is performed in two stages. Stage one places an antibiotic cement spacer. Stage two reimplants the definitive revision components after infection has been eradicated.
Recovery following knee revision is longer than primary replacement. Weight bearing and activity restrictions are individualized to the reconstruction performed.
Most patients require three to six months for meaningful functional recovery.
Pain relief following successful knee revision is typically meaningful. Functional outcomes may be more variable than primary replacement.
Regular follow-up monitors implant stability and guides rehabilitation.
No bathtub, swimming, or hot tub until cleared by Dr. Lee.
Follow wound care instructions carefully. Monitor for signs of infection. Contact Nevada Spine Clinic immediately for wound concerns.
Take all medications as directed including blood clot prevention medication.
Activity restrictions are individualized to the revision performed. Dr. Lee reviews specific guidelines at discharge and follow-up appointments.
Contact Nevada Spine Clinic or the emergency room for severe pain, swelling, fever, or wound changes.
No bathtub, swimming, or hot tub until cleared by Dr. Lee.
Dr. Andrew Lee, MD | Nevada Spine Clinic, Las Vegas
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