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Report #3 of 3 for this event.It was reported this patient had an initial right total knee arthroplasty.Subsequently, fourteen (14) years, ten (10) months later, the patient began experiencing worsening symptoms, pain, instability, effusion, and antalgic gate.As a result, the patient required a right total knee revision procedure.An operative report was provided.The patient was revised due to periprosthetic osteolysis of the right knee joint.Intraoperatively, there was significant effusion and synovitis.The tibial insert showed delamination with no evidence of loosening.The femoral component was debonded and removed without significant bone loss.The patella was worn and loose.The patient was revised to another manufacturer's construct.The patient tolerated the procedure well and was transferred to the recovery room in stable condition.Additionally, it was reported via legal documentation the patient continues to experience pain and discomfort on a daily basis in both knees which limits daily activities and quality of life.No further information was reported.
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