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All invasive surgery carries hazard, as is any anaesthetic. This operation is usually performed on elderly folk, who have increased risk because of their age.
But it has a high success rate to an otherwise disabling condition.
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What type of hip implant do you recommend?
I know that exist some hip implant from ceramic and metal. In my opinion it`s much better then metal-on-metal hip implant (this kind of implant can cause cancer).
What is the ICD-9 code for an open treatment of a hip fracture of proximal end with prosthetic femoral hip replacement?
996.47 "Other mechanical complications of other internal orthopedic device, implant, and graft...Prosthetic joint implant failure NOS"
Depuy 's bigger than Zimmer?
DePuy and Zimmer offer many different hip implant devices of varying sizes. There is no clear answer as to which hip implant is larger. What is known is that many Zimmer and DePuy hip implant patients with Metal on Metal hip replacements have experienced hip implant failure.
What is a hybrid hip replacement?
A hip replacement consist of a cup, and a stem (that sits in the femur). Typically a surgeon will either press fit a hip replacement in (fit in tight, and allow the bone to grow into it), or use a bone cement to secure the implant in position. A hybrid typically means he will cement one component in, and press fit the other.
What should you do if you have a DePuy hip replacement?
Contact your physician for an examination of your implant system. Describe any potential symptoms you my be experiencing such as swelling and/or discomfort.
Can you surf after a hip replacement?
You should limit yourself to swimming or stationery bikes at least at first if you need the exercise. In case of defective hip implant complications http://www.defectivehip.org/depuy/asr-recall/
Can you break a hip replacement?
I think you can but it has to be a serious accident to break the implant from the bone. I think usually people refer to breaking a hip as an explanation for dislocation which happens more commonly and with less force needed
What is the cost of total hip replacement in India?
Total Knee Replacement with Indian Implant Rs. 50000/ (implant cost 20000) and with Imported implant 110000 (implant cost 75000) This is all inclusive in a general ward patient except general check up and treatment if required. mobile 9412261575
What are the treatments for hip dysplasia?
Hip resurfacing or total hip replacement
Best Hip replacement surgeons in Chennai?
Hip Replacement or hip arthroplasty is a surgical procedure to treat the damaged portion of the hip. A person who performs this procedure by making certain incisions to remove the damaged part of the hip and replacing them with prosthetic implants is a Hip Replacement surgeon.
Would i be too young at sixty six for a hip replacement?
If you need a hip replacement, then age is not an issue.
What bone leg is involved in hip replacement?
The femur is the leg bone involved in hip replacement.
