Quality of Life After Simultaneous Bilateral Total Knee Arthroplasty: A Pilot Study
Journal Title: International Journal of Medical Research Professionals - Year 2017, Vol 3, Issue 3
Abstract
Objectives: To assess quality of life (QOL) of patients who underwent simultaneous bilateral total knee arthroplasty (SB-TKA). Methods: We retrospectively analyzed the files of all patients who underwent SB-TKA in 2005-2011. Patients were interviewed regarding preoperative and 1-year postoperative parameters for QOL using Nottingham Health Profile (NHP) questionnaire, as well as other parameters. Results: Twenty patients (nine men and 11 women) were included. NHP scores showed significant improvement in all dimensions. From preoperative to postoperative assessments, mean (standard deviation) scores improved significantly especially for sleep, social isolation, energy and pain. We observed significant improvement in achievement of daily living activities, performing Omra (pilgrimage) in standing position, ability to climb stairs, and knee satisfaction. Conclusion: After SB-TKA, there were significant improvement in QOL parameters including pain and sleep. Further prospective controlled investigations are warranted to address the added value of SB-TKA compared to staged bilateral TKA in terms of QOL.
Authors and Affiliations
Mohammad Mohammadaly Abbas, Mohammed Hussein Alkaff, Kamel Fouad Azhar, Mohammed Abdulrahman Alhamdan, Sarah Maher Moshref
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- EP ID EP547816
- DOI 10.21276/ijmrp.2017.3.3.029
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