What is a partial hip replacement?

The partial replacement of the hip is the surgery, during which the end of the femur is transformed and reinforced. The surgeon shakes the damaged bone tissue and places protective ceramics, plastic or metal closing over the femur, where it connects to the hip joint. Patients experiencing relatively small dislocations or fractures due to sports injuries, traffic accidents or degenerative age -related disorders are usually candidates for a partial hip replacement. The more invasive option of the overall hip exchange is generally reserved for serious injuries.

Before considering partial hip replacement, the doctor carefully reviews X -rays and physical symptoms. Some minor injuries can recover by rest and medicines. If it is unlikely that the hip joint can recover itself, the doctor will plan to consult with an orthopedic surgeon. The surgeon can explain in detail the procedure, discuss various possibilities of prosthetic materials and outline risks and benefits.

Clear operations of the hip can be performed in less than one hour in a hospital or surgical center. The patient is placed under general anesthesia and the front of the foot and the hip is sterilized. The surgeon may decide to perform an open surgery where a diagonal or less invasive procedure assisted by a computer that requires only one or two small cuts is made to the joint. Computer -assisted surgery is usually preferred when the amount of bone that needs to be rediscover or equal is minimal.

During both procedures, the surgeon uses specialized scalpels, saws and files to smooth the end of the femur and remove damaged cartilage from the joint. A hard prosthetic cap is placed over the bones and is located again. Caps are usually made of durable, light metal or ceramic materials. Once the femur is re -attached, the surgeon may beican scar and the patient is brought to the recovery room. X -rays are accepted to confirm the success of the procedure and can be allowed to leave within a few hours.

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surgeons generally prefer to perform partial hip replacement when the patient is under 55 and hopes to return to regular physical activity after the procedure. Modern advances in surgical techniques and prosthetic materials significantly reduce the risk of complications and improve long -term success. With about one month of rest and two to six months of devoted physical therapy, most people can return to almost the same level of activity they enjoyed before they suffered injuries.