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Hip and knee replacement

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Abstract

Hip and knee replacements are some of the most frequently performed and effective surgeries worldwide. The main indication for hip and knee replacement (joint replacement surgery) is osteoarthritis, which leads to reduced function and quality of life.

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Hip and knee replacements are some of the most frequently performed and effective surgeries worldwide. The main indication for hip and knee replacement (joint replacement surgery) is osteoarthritis, which leads to reduced function and quality of life.

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Hip and knee replacements are some of the most frequently performed and effective surgeries worldwide. The main indication for hip and knee replacement (joint replacement surgery) is osteoarthritis, which leads to reduced function and quality of life.

Key concepts: Knee replacement, Medicine, Osteoarthritis, Hip replacement, Joint replacement, Arthroplasty, Total knee replacement, Total hip replacement

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