Can virtual consultations replace physical visits before knee arthroplasty?

This study found it feasible to use virtual consultations as replacement for in-person consultations prior to knee arthroplasty surgery for a selected group of patients. Future research should explore patient safety and patient-reported outcomes to validate these findings.

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Bone & Joint Open
Published
2026-02-05
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https://doi.org/10.1302/2633-1462.72.bjo-2025-0133.r1
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Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes
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Abstract

This study found it feasible to use virtual consultations as replacement for in-person consultations prior to knee arthroplasty surgery for a selected group of patients. Future research should explore patient safety and patient-reported outcomes to validate these findings.

Bone & Joint OpenVol. 7(2)
Lillebaelt Hospital (DK)
Sygehus Lillebælt
Openalex Percentile: Top 66%
Total Knee Arthroplasty Outcomes
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