Table 5

Causes of related admission within 30 days of discharge after primary unilateral total knee replacement

Causes of readmissionN
Surgical site infection13
Pain/swelling/stiffness11
Non-infective wound discharge5
Deep vein thrombosis4
Periprosthetic fracture3
Haematoma/bleeding2
Erythema2
Contact dermatitis1
Wound dehiscence1
Grand total42