Joint Replacement Readmissions Resource Guide2 Overview Surgical Site Infections (SSIs) Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) Pneumonia Urinary Tract Infection (UTI) Pain Management Fall Prevention Sepsis Products Etiology of total joint replacement A total joint replacement is a surgical procedure in which parts of an arthritic or damaged joint are removed and replaced with a metal, plastic or ceramic device called a prosthesis. The prosthesis is designed to replicate the movement of a normal, healthy joint. Hip and knee replacements are the most commonly performed joint replacements, but replacement surgery can be performed on other joints, as well, including the ankle, wrist, shoulder and elbow. 2 Reducing outpatient joint readmissions • Under the Ambulatory Surgical Center Quality Rep

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