The Environmental Impact and Sustainability of Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
The Environmental Impact and Sustainability of Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty
Operating room waste is disposed of in landfill sites, recycled, or undergoes costly, energy-intensive incineration processes. By assessing the quantity and recyclability of waste in primary hip (THA) and knee arthroplasty (TKA), we aim to identify strategies to improve sustainability.
Source: Arthroplasty Today
