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Hip Replacement Surgery

Introduction

Hip Replacement SurgeryHip Replacement Surgery also known as arthroplasty is a surgical procedure which involves replacement of the damaged parts of the hip joint with new artificial parts. The artificial part or prosthesis is made of metal which improves mobility of the hip and relieves pain.

The most common cause of damage of the hip joint is osteoarthritis. The other conditions which lead to hip replacement surgery are rheumatoid arthritis, osteonecrosis, injury and bone tumors.

Procedure

During a hip replacement surgery a 6-8 inch incision is made over the side of the hip through the muscle and the damaged bone tissue and cartilage are removed. The head of the femur and acetabulum are replaced with new artificial parts.

Now-a-days surgeons perform minimally invasive hip replacement.

Two kinds of artificial parts are available. They are cemented parts and non-cemented parts.


Length

A usual Hip replacement surgery lasts for 1 to 2 hours.

Risks

The possible risks involved are

  -   Infection
  -   Loosening of prosthesis
  -   Dislocation
  -   Wear
  -   Breakage
  -   Impaired nerve function

Side Effects

In certain cases, pain and irritation is a common side effect of hip replacement surgery.

Facilities at Apollo

Apollo Hospital's Orthopedic Department provides modern facilities with regard to treatment of the musculoskeletal system. It is well equipped with modern machines and instruments. Apollo specializes in complicated joint replacements, microsurgeries, spine surgeries, spine arthroplasties, deformity correction and minimally invasive surgeries.

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Procedures and Prices

Specialities/ Procedures

Price

Duration of Stay

 

(US $)

(UK £)

 

Orthopedics

Hip Replacement

a.Single (Including Implant) Cemented

8000

3825

7 days

b.Double    (Including Implant)

15000

7200

14 days

c.Hip Resurfacing

9500

4550

7 days



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