Is it possible to get both knees replaced in one surgery or do I have to wait between procedures How long would the gap need to be if they can't be done together

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Dr Kamran Mohammed

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Yes, it's possible to get both knees replaced in one surgery, known as a simultaneous bilateral knee replacement, or to have them done separately, a staged bilateral knee replacement. The choice depends on your individual health, medical history, and surgeon's recommendations. If staged, a gap of several months is typically recommended between the surgeries

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