Knee Replacement Surgery Risk for "High Risk" Person?

High Risk Male Needing Knee Replacement Surgery?
Risk Factors: COPD/Emphysema, Sleep Apnea, Atrial Fibrillation, Age 70 & Over Weight 50+ lbs.

Is Partial or Complete Knee Replacement Surgery Advisable (Pros/Cons). Very Concerned w/respitatory problem causing death &/or ventilator due to anesthesia..

Appreciate hearing others and their experience.

Additional Details

13 hours ago
On Oxygen 24/7's, Bi-Pap Machine at night. Had previous back surgery (clean-up ruptured disk). Surgeon is suggesting Spinal w/Mild Sedation, Nerve Block in croin area. Would scare tissue in the lower back create problems for a Spinal?

I think your best bet is to talk to the anesthesiologist. He's the one who will do your sedation. I had a spinal and had no after effects from it so I highly recommend that instead of being put under. I was also mildly sedated but woke up towards the end of the procedure but didn't feel anything. But I would definitely check with him to see what your risks are since you have so much to deal with. I hope all goes well for you.

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