title: Total knee arthroplasty considerations in rheumatoid arthritis.
abstract: The definitive treatment for advanced joint destruction in the late stages of rheumatoid arthritis can be successfully treated with total joint arthroplasty. Total knee arthroplasty has been shown to be a well-proven modality that can provide pain relief and restoration of mobility for those with debilitating knee arthritis. It is important for rheumatologists and orthopedic surgeons alike to share an understanding of the special considerations that must be addressed in this unique population of patients to ensure success in the immediate perioperative and postoperative periods including specific modalities to maximize success.
authors.affiliation: Center for Hip & Knee Replacement, New York-Presbyterian Hospital at Columbia University, New York, NY 10032, USA.
authors.forename: Jonathan R
authors.initials: JR
authors.lastname: Danoff
authors.forename: Garrett
authors.initials: G
authors.lastname: Moss
authors.forename: Barthelemy
authors.initials: B
authors.lastname: Liabaud
authors.forename: Jeffrey A
authors.initials: JA
authors.lastname: Geller