TKR
Medical abbreviation · Musculoskeletal & Rheumatology
| Stands for | Total knee replacement |
|---|---|
| Categories | Medical |
TKR stands for Total knee replacement, a musculoskeletal & rheumatology abbreviation.
Common, especially British and patient-facing, name for total knee arthroplasty, in which worn knee surfaces are resurfaced with metal and plastic implants to relieve arthritis pain.
Example: After TKR she walks the dog daily without a cane for the first time in years.
Usage notes
TKR and TKA describe the same operation; "arthroplasty" (literally "joint shaping") is favored in surgical literature. Revision knee replacement is needed for infection, loosening or instability. UK and Australian joint registries publish long-term survival data for knee implants.
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This entry is for general education and is not medical advice. Abbreviation use varies between institutions; always confirm in context.