title: Simultaneous-bilateral TKA: double trouble - affirms.
abstract: In this paper, we will consider the current role   of simultaneous-bilateral TKA. Based on available evidence, it is   our opinion that simultaneous bilateral TKA carries a higher risk   of morbidity and mortality and should be reserved for select few.
authors.affiliation: Rothman Institute of Orthopaedics, Thomas Jefferson University, 925 Chestnut Street 2nd Floor, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19107, USA. parvj@aol.com
authors.forename: J
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: Parvizi
authors.forename: M R
authors.initials: MR
authors.lastname: Rasouli
mesh_terms: D019645:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Knee / Q000379:methods* / Q000401:mortality; D006801:Humans; D020370:Osteoarthritis, Knee / Q000401:mortality / Q000601:surgery*; D018579:Patient Selection; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000453:epidemiology / Q000209:etiology* / Q000401:mortality; D012306:Risk; D016896:Treatment Outcome