What Is Osteoarthritis?
Reviewed: Dr. Gromatzky
10. Prognosis
The prognosis of patients with osteoarthritis depends on the number of joints involved, which joints are involved, and the severity of the condition. The treatment for osteoarthritis is directed at symptomatic relief. Based on a systematic review, there are several factors that are associated with rapid progression of osteoarthritis of the knee.
The factors involved are higher body mass index, older age, multiple involved joints, and varus deformity of the knee. Those who undergo joint replacement have good prognosis with success rates for knee and hip replacement exceeding 90%. However, these prostheses will need to be replaced 10 to 15 years after replacement depending on the activity level of the patient.
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