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The surgery
Before the operation, the surgeon reviews the medical report and the X-rays to determine the type and size of the implant, as well as the type of anchoring. For ÆQUOS G1 joints, rapidly solidifying cement is used to anchor the tibial part of the prosthesis to the bone, while the femoral part can be anchored with or without cement.
The fine-tuning of the procedure greatly depends on the constitution of the individual patient, such as age, weight, bone quality and general fitness.
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The surgery is carried out under partial or full anesthesia. You will be advised by your anesthesiologist on the method of choice for you. The procedure typically takes one or two hours.
The degenerated cartilage surfaces are surgically removed and the bone is carefully shaped to accommodate the implants. The fact that the ÆQUOS G1 joint does not require screws or mobile bearings, greatly simplifies the procedure, making it safer and faster. The prosthesis is permanently fixed only after a successful performance test during the operation.
The inpatient treatment at the hospital typically short, followed by an extended period of outpatient rehabilitation.
Frequent and in-depth ÆQUOS tutorials ensure that the surgeons and the OR teams can deliver the best possible care and service to you, the patient.
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