Revision / Failed Hip Surgery

What is Revision Hip Replacement?

Revision hip replacement is a complex surgical procedure in which all or part of a previously implanted hip-joint is replaced with a new artificial hip-joint. Total hip replacement surgery is an option to relieve severe arthritis pain that limits your daily activities. During total hip replacement, the damaged cartilage and bone is removed from the hip joint and replaced with artificial components. At times, hip replacement implants can wear out for various reasons and may need to be replaced with the help of a surgical procedure known as revision hip replacement surgery.

Indications of Revision Hip Replacement

Revision hip replacement is advised in patients with the following conditions:

•   Increasing pain in the replaced hip.
•   Worn out plastic or polyethylene prosthesis
•   Dislocation of previous implants
•   Loosening of the femoral or acetabular component of the artificial hip joint
•   Infection around the hip prosthesis causing pain and fever
•   Weakening of bone around the hip replacement (osteolysis)
•   Fractures around Total Hip Replacement (Periprosthetic fractures)

Post-op care & Rehabilitation

Revision hip replacement is a complex surgery carried out for various indications as mentioned above. Depending on the reason for your surgery, Dr Jay Shah will customise a post-op protocol which includes a walking guide, exercises for your hip with an emphasis on caring for your joint replacement

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