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Are Prophylactic Antibiotics Recommended After A Total Knee Replacement?

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Posted on Thu, 1 Dec 2016
Question: Is it standard procedure to prescribe antibiotics to a patient going home following a total knee replacement?
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Answered by Dr. Dr.Arnab (32 minutes later)
Brief Answer:
yes it is..

Detailed Answer:
Hello XXXX, Welcome to HCM,
I've gone through your query and understand your concern,

Yes, it is standard protocol to put patients on antibiotics course after an invasive procedure (in almost all surgical procedures as a part of prophylaxis against the most common bacteria and other relevant pathogens).. TKR (Total Knee Replacement) is also no different in this regard..

In general, it's prescribed for 7-10 days, till the wound healing process mostly completed/sutures removed, however duration varies based on the type of surgery, extension of the wound, overall healing process of the body, associated co-morbidities and most importantly one's own immune system and metabolism..

Hope this clarifies your query, feel free to ask if there's any further queries regarding..

Wish you good health

Take Care
Kind Regards
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Are Prophylactic Antibiotics Recommended After A Total Knee Replacement?

Brief Answer: yes it is.. Detailed Answer: Hello XXXX, Welcome to HCM, I've gone through your query and understand your concern, Yes, it is standard protocol to put patients on antibiotics course after an invasive procedure (in almost all surgical procedures as a part of prophylaxis against the most common bacteria and other relevant pathogens).. TKR (Total Knee Replacement) is also no different in this regard.. In general, it's prescribed for 7-10 days, till the wound healing process mostly completed/sutures removed, however duration varies based on the type of surgery, extension of the wound, overall healing process of the body, associated co-morbidities and most importantly one's own immune system and metabolism.. Hope this clarifies your query, feel free to ask if there's any further queries regarding.. Wish you good health Take Care Kind Regards