Hip Replacement Revision
In hip replacement revision surgeons removes a previously implanted artificial hip joint replaced with a new artificial hip-joint. This type of surgery is best way to get relief from severe arthritis pain. When a hip replacement joint wears out for various reasons or creates problems, then it can be replaced in a Hip replacement revision.
In this surgical procedure, surgeon will make an incision over the hip to check the hip joint and this surgery option only recommended, if other treatment options failed to improve the condition.
Reasons to replace a hip prosthesis that is damaged due to
- Artificial joint causing hip pain
- Dislocation
- Infection
- Fracture of the bone
How to prepare for the surgery?
- Discuss everything about the medical history, medications etc with your doctor.
- Discuss if you are suffering from any allergies
- Follow healthy diet and exercise plan as directed
- Complete your medical tests as per doctor suggestion
- Stopping smoking
