My new knee is 5.5 months old. I know there is a higher risk of infection with invasive procedures. Would the customers antibiotics do the trick to reduce risk? I'm considering eyelid surgery and maybe getting rid of the under eye bags as well. Also, would I need help at home after surgery? I live alone. Thanks for the time you dedicate to the folks here!
February 26, 2019
Answer: Eyelid surgery When performed as a sterile procedure, eyelid surgeries have a very low rate of infection. Eyelid surgeries are also generally much less invasive than other surgeries. I have my patients on antibiotics during and after surgery to minimize this risk even further. If a patient is having general anesthesia, it is best to have someone stay with them for 24 hours as the effects of anesthesia can linger for several hours and affect motor function and memory. Local anesthesia does not interfere with function or memory and is a safer option however you may still want some assistance at home in case your vision is initially blurry from swelling or eye drops/ointment. Hope this helps!
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February 26, 2019
Answer: Eyelid surgery When performed as a sterile procedure, eyelid surgeries have a very low rate of infection. Eyelid surgeries are also generally much less invasive than other surgeries. I have my patients on antibiotics during and after surgery to minimize this risk even further. If a patient is having general anesthesia, it is best to have someone stay with them for 24 hours as the effects of anesthesia can linger for several hours and affect motor function and memory. Local anesthesia does not interfere with function or memory and is a safer option however you may still want some assistance at home in case your vision is initially blurry from swelling or eye drops/ointment. Hope this helps!
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February 14, 2019
Answer: Eyelid Surgery after Knee Replacement It is absolutely fine to have Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery after a total knee replacement. Eyelid surgery is considered a "clean" operation and poses a very low risk for infection. However, you must speak to your Orthopedic Surgeon to ask about possibly using antibiotics prior to any other surgery.
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February 14, 2019
Answer: Eyelid Surgery after Knee Replacement It is absolutely fine to have Cosmetic Eyelid Surgery after a total knee replacement. Eyelid surgery is considered a "clean" operation and poses a very low risk for infection. However, you must speak to your Orthopedic Surgeon to ask about possibly using antibiotics prior to any other surgery.
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