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1. What are the advantages of Hip Replacement?
Some of the advantages of Hip-replacement are:
- Restores the movement and activity of hip
- Improves the ability to walk
- Reduces pain while walking or running
- Faster recovery
- Decreased risk of hip dislocation
- It improves the quality of life for all ages of patients with restricted hip movement.
2. Does Hip Replacement cause pain?
Every surgery comes with a certain level of pain and some discomfort. You won't be experiencing pain during this process because you will be under general anesthesia. There may be some discomfort and pain after completion of the procedure.
3. Is Hip Replacement a permanent surgery?
During Hip-Replacement Surgery, the surgeon will replace the damaged hip joint within the man-made prosthesis. This artificial joint will be in the body for lifelong. Hence, Hip-Replacement surgery is permanent.
4. What is the success rate of Hip Replacement?
The success rate of Hip-Replacement Surgery depends on the following factors:
- Age of the patient
- The medical condition of the patient
- Type of the implant used
However, the success rate of Hip-Replacement maybe 90% to 95%.
5. What is the cost of a Hip Replacement Surgery?
Minimum price in Bangalore for Hip Replacement Surgery starts from Rs.55,000
Average expenses in Bangalore for Hip Replacement Surgery is approximately Rs.2,60,000
Maximum amount to be paid in Bangalore for Hip Replacement Surgery rises up to Rs.7,00,000
Cost for Bilateral Hip Replacement surgery starts from Rs.6,00,000
Cost for Unilateral Hip Replacement Surgery starts from Rs.3,50,000
The cost of Hip Replacement may vary according to the following factors:
- Admission fee
- Doctor fee
- Age of the patient
- Type of implants used
- Unilateral or bilateral surgery
- The medical condition of the patient
- Post-surgical complications that are involved
- Type of Hospital
- The admission room that you opted for
- Any other lab tests or examination tests such as X-ray, ECG, etc.
What is Hip Replacement?
Hip Replacement is a surgical procedure where the damaged hip is completely or partially replaced by artificial man-made parts called prosthesis. These prostheses are often made out of very hard plastic, metal, and/or ceramic. Hip replacement helps in improving severe pain in the hip and also treats bone-related diseases such as:
It also helps in improving the ability to walk and reduces stiffness in the hip. It is recommended only if other options fail in treating hip joint pain or hip arthritis. Hip Replacement has some risks and complications along with benefits.
What are the advantages of Hip Replacement?
Some of the advantages of Hip-Replacement are:
What are the indications of Hip Replacement?
Hip Replacement is indicated in the following conditions:
What is the preparation for Hip Replacement?
Before undergoing Hip Replacement surgery, the following preparation is needed:
What are the steps involved in Hip Replacement?
The following are the steps involved in Hip Replacement surgery:
What is the postprocedure care/recovery care for Hip Replacement?
Who can perform Hip Replacement [Right specialist type for Hip Replacement]?
Hip Replacement can be performed by a certified and experienced Orthopedic Surgeon.
What is the cost of Hip Replacement?
The cost of Hip Replacement may vary according to the following factors:
Minimum price in Bangalore starts from Rs.55,000
Average expenses in Bangalore is approximately Rs.2,60,000
Maximum amount to be paid in Bangalore rises up to Rs.7,00,000
Cost for Bilateral Hip Replacement surgery may be Rs.6,00,000
Cost for Unilateral Hip Replacement Surgery may be Rs.3,50,000
Is Hip Replacement a major surgery or minor surgery?
Hip Replacement is major surgery as it involves replacing the damaged hip joint with an artificial man-made prosthesis.
What is the eligibility criteria for Hip Replacement?
People who can undergo Hip-Replacement are individuals who are suffering from:
However, the doctor will make a thorough health check-up and examine the hip before asking you to undergo this surgery.
What is the ineligibility criteria for Hip Replacement?
People who cannot undergo Hip-Replacement are:
What are the risks and complications associated with Hip Replacement?
Risks and complications associated with Hip Replacement are:
How long does it take to complete Hip Replacement?
Hip Replacement may take almost 60 to 90 minutes to complete the procedure and sometimes it may take more than the usual time to complete the procedure depending on the condition of the patient.
What is the recovery time?
Most of the people who undergo Hip Replacement are able to walk either on the same day or the next day of the surgery. However, it takes almost 3 to 6 weeks to recover from Hip-Replacement Surgery.
What is the success rate of Hip Replacement?
The success rate of Hip-Replacement Surgery depends on the following factors:
However, the success rate of Hip-Replacement maybe 90% to 95%.
Is Hip Replacement painful?
Every surgery comes with a certain level of pain and some discomfort. You won't be experiencing pain during this process because you will be under general anesthesia. There may be some discomfort and pain after completion of the procedure.
Is Hip Replacement Permanent?
During Hip-Replacement Surgery, the surgeon will replace the damaged hip joint within the man-made prosthesis. This artificial joint will be in the body for lifelong. Hence, Hip-Replacement surgery is permanent.
What are the long-term results of Hip Replacement?
Can Hip Replacement be detected in the future?
Hip-Replacement Surgery may be found in the future due to the presence of scars that are formed near the hip region. The artificial prosthesis can be found under an X-ray or MRI scan.
What are the options if Hip Replacement fails?
There may be a chance for Hip-Replacement failure and it might be due to infection, loss of range of motion, improper placement of the artificial joint, or bone loss. So, in such cases, second Hip-Replacement surgery may be required as per doctor's advice.
What are the alternatives for Hip Replacement?
Some of the alternatives for Hip-Replacement are: