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Knee Replacement vs. Hip Replacement: Higher Risk of Blood Clots

In a report from Medline Plus, the risk of a blood clot is higher for those undergoing knee replacement compared to a hip replacement. If you can’t attend to work for a severe medical condition, you may be able to collect long-term disability benefits.

New evidence indicates that even after taking protective measures to prevent a blood clot, 1 in every 200 patients undergoing hip replacement surgery will develop one while hospitalized; however, the risk is 1 in every 100 patients when it comes to knee replacement surgery.

These blood clots form in the veins, most often in the leg. If they break off, they could travel through the bloodstream and into the lungs causing pulmonary embolism.

Some of the protective measures taken to prevent blood clots include anti-clotting medication, compression stockings or getting the patients up and moving around shortly after surgery. Despite these efforts, it appears not only is the risk present while in the hospital but even after being discharged.

Some experts believe that those who undergo joint replacement surgery may be at an even higher risk of a blood clot. Doctors should pay special attention to the risks for patients who undergo these types of surgeries.

Seek assistance from a South Florida disability attorney if you would like help with your claim for long-term disability benefits. An attorney can determine if you’re eligible.

Long-term disability benefits may be available to those who have purchased a disability plan from a private insurer or have coverage through an employer. Unfortunately, the insurers don’t make it easy for the disabled to get access to the benefits they deserve.

When a severe medical condition makes it impossible for you to work and you’ve been denied your long-term disability benefits, an attorney from LaVan & Neidenberg, P.A. can help you cut through the red tape and fight for your benefits, no matter where you live in the U.S! Contact a South Florida disability attorney today – 1-888-234-5758.