A Multidisciplinary Approach to the Nonambulatory Bariatric Patient With Bilateral Knee Osteoarthritis.
Arthroplast Today
; 20: 101108, 2023 Apr.
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ABSTRACT
Obesity and lower-extremity arthritis are challenging problems to address as they are often mutually exacerbating. Due to the known perioperative risk of morbid obesity, the modality and timing of weight loss prior to arthroplasty is debated. We present a case of a 55-year-old nonambulatory female patient with an initial body mass index of 80.3 kg/m2. This individual underwent a staged bariatric and joint replacement surgical pathway employing personnel of differing treatment disciplines. Our patient successfully lost a substantial amount of weight and has been able to ambulate, exercise, and engage in new, strenuous physical activities. In the care of the nonambulatory bariatric patient, employing a multidisciplinary treatment plan can produce successful results.
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01-internacional
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MEDLINE
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Arthroplast Today
Ano de publicação:
2023
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Article
País de afiliação:
Estados Unidos