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What are the risks of having hip replacement surgery?
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Default What are the risks of having hip replacement surgery? - 12-13-2008, 09:37 PM

My doctor tells me that I have a collasped hip and need a hip replacement. This scares mesince people tell me its a very serious surgery.How can I deal with this situation.
   
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Default 01-04-2009, 01:19 AM

I am due for a hip replacement in six weeks. Everyone I have talked to says they wished they had done it sooner. Yes, I am a little nervous, but I want to walk again and I am in so much pain. Of course there are risks to all surgery, but I have to believe that the benefits far outweigh them.
   
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Default 03-01-2009, 03:21 PM

Total hip replacement is a major surgery, but it sounds like its one that you need to have. I work with patients every day that have had this surgery. The risks are the same as any surgery, you need to be in good health and pass a physical exam given by your doctor. The mortality rate is only 1-3% for this surgery and most patients feel relief soon after surgery and physical therapy. Try to look at the benefits of surgery. Stay in pain and discomfort or go through a period of pain to get your life back. Weight the pros and cons, talk to others that have had the surgery. Look at the American Academy of Orthopedic Surgeons Website for more information, they are a great source.
   
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Default 06-10-2009, 09:53 PM

You must first get your primary physician involved and determine what needs to be done about your pulmonary situation prior to surgery.If they feel this will be a problem, it may be time to talk to the surgeon about whether you would be a candidate for spinal anesthesia under sedation as opposed to general anestheisa. This may reduce the risk of further pulmonary complications.Normal risks with this surgery include, but are not limited to: blood loss (which has been greatly reduced with autologus transfusion and advancement of the minimally invasive approach), blood clots, infection, failure of the prosthesis. These risks could be temporary set back, or potentially life threatening.Hip replacement surgery is becoming more and more efficient and more and more effective...resulting in shorter hospital stays and less pain and a quicker recovery time.I have conducted the rehabilitation of hundreds of patients who have had a total hip replacement. I can only think of about 5 who had either a"serious"complication or failure.Get your primary physician involved, so a thorough presurgical screening can be completed.
   
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Default 06-27-2009, 09:02 AM

I had hip replacement surgery in November and I think you should prepare yourself for a lengthy period of recovery. I was miserable for over a month following surgery. I had damage to the muscle that stabilizes the leg during walking and to this point, I am still not able to walk without a walker. I have been very discouraged. However, most people have better results than I have had. Ask lots of questions and be prepared to have lots of sleepless nights. There's just no way to get comfortable. I wish you all the best !!
   
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