Revision Knee Surgery

I don't think age by itself should be a problem. I am an 81 YO and had my TKR at 80 without problems. I would make sure the surgeon uses regional anesthesia, not general and is an experienced revision surgeon. For example, my incredible surgeon spends about 20% of his time doing revisions of other surgeons' work.

If the 80 year old has other health issues, such as a heart condition, that could change the outlook.

Just make the revision surgeon search a thorough one. Whether an original TKR, a partial, or a revision, finding an extraordinary surgeon can produce great results.

@steveinarizona //// thank you for your recomendations

steveinarizona is spot on.
I'm 79 and had revision last February and now in good and improving condition.
Now gotta go do my PT

I am 78 years old and likely need a revision to my 18 year old knee replacement. Comorbidities are more of a problem than age itelf. I suppose recovery will be more difficult because at our age we have lost a lot of muscle mass and stamina. On the bright side, techniques have improved a lot over the last 18 years. I do not have a care giver anymore so I have to arrange for that. The surgeon's staff should be notified of this if you are in the same situation. I really want to have a surgeon who is experienced at doing a revisions. Most university/teaching hospitals will have those surgeons. I do not think most small community hospitals have much experience at revisions. I am not saying they can not do the surgery and have good outcomes but I think the odds of a good outcome are better elsewhere. Best wishes.