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What proportion of patients report long-term pain after total hip or knee replacement for osteoarthritis? A systematic review of prospective studies in unselected patients

BMJ Open · 2012 · Vol. 2(1) · pp. e000435–e000435
Andrew D BeswickVikki WyldeRachael Gooberman‐HillAshley BlomPaul Dieppe

Abstract

After hip and knee replacement, a significant proportion of people have painful joints. There is an urgent need to improve general awareness of this possibility and to address determinants of good and bad outcomes.

Total Knee Arthroplasty OutcomesOrthopaedic implants and arthroplastyAnesthesia and Pain ManagementMedicineOsteoarthritisPhysical therapyProspective cohort studyTotal hip replacementEpidemiologyTerm (time)Hip painKnee replacementOrthopedic surgery

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  • National Institute for Health and Care Research
  • Programme Grants for Applied Research
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