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Malpractice Verdicts Often Favor Physicians

Physicians come out on the winning end of 80% of malpractice claims that end in jury verdicts, according to researchers at Massachusetts General Hos...

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Wrong-Site Prevention Video Shows the Right Way

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Archive > July, 2005 Vol. VI, No. 7

What's New in Total Knee Replacement

Minimally invasive techniques provide a safer, faster recovery.

Jess H. Lonner, MD

Total knee replacement can be one of the most grueling orthopedic procedures, its long and painful recovery period oftentimes overshadowing its successful long-term results. But the last two years have seen great improvements in this procedure, from minimally invasive techniques to more durable implants that better approximate the function of a natural knee. Patients are recovering faster than ever, with better overall results. Here's a look at some of the most critical advancements in knee surgery.

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