What is the MIS procedure?

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I found this web site describing the differences between MIS and what I'll

call traditional. At least regarding knees, MIS is not always a solution for

those needing full knee replacement.

Interesting read - maybe when my left knee needs replaced I'll be a

candidate for MIS.

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Subject: Re: I saw the ortho doc today

What is the " MIS procedure " ? Thanks.

Judy McG

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> My brother had both hips replaced (three years apart) and for each one he

spent only one night in the hospital and then flew home to Kansas City (from

Chicago). He had the MIS procedure - I imagine that is what allowed such a

short hospital stay.

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