Hip joint replacement
Alternate Names : Hip arthroplasty, Total hip replacement, Hip hemiarthroplasty
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Hip joint replacement - series
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Normal anatomy
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Indications
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Procedure, part 1
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Procedure, part 2
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Aftercare
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Hip joint replacement - series Procedure, part 2
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Then a metal ball and the metal stem is inserted in the femur and a plastic socket is placed in the enlarged pelvis cup. The artificial components are fixed in place (sometimes a special cement is used). The muscles and tendons are then replaced against the bones and the incision is closed. You will return from surgery with a large dressing to the hip area. A small drainage tube will be placed during surgery to help drain excess fluids from the joint area.
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