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2017-05-23 02:26:16
My mother in law is 83yrs..She is having knee problem that is affecting her back now. Doctors are suggestin knee replacement Is it safe at this age. Her ECG is abnormal but they are saying clear for surgery
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Kindly get a cardiologist opinion for the same. Other safer available treatments like PRP can help her for the pain. Try conservative management first

Answered2017-05-23 04:06:15

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