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Resurfacing Hip Replacement
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Resurfacing Hip Replacement
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Resurfacing Hip Replacement
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A recent development and form of hip replacement surgery is the use of hip resurfacing
procedures. Only the surface of the femoral head (the ball) is resurfaced where
as in conventional hip replacement surgery the head of the femur (ball) is resected
(cut away).The metal resurfacing head then articulates with a metal socket placed
into the pelvis.
The midterm (10 year) results of resurfacing hip replacements have been highly encouraging
in the young population. The longer term results (15 to 20 year) are not known.
Which Hip Replacement is Best for You?
The specific type of hip replacement that is best suited for a particular patient
is highly dependant on the patient. Therefore, the final decision is individually
tailored to the patient's situation.
Resurfacing Hip Replacement Surgery, London
Please
contact Mr Jig Patel FRCS for more information and to arrange a consultation
about Resurfacing Hip Replacement Surgery.
Mr. Jig Patel FRCS is a Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon based
in central London.
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