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Hip replacement: Replacing a damaged hip joint with an artificial joint. It is done for severe hip arthritis or some hip fractures in older people.
Replacing a damaged hip joint with an artificial joint.
Severe hip arthritis or some hip fractures in older people.
Fitness checks.
Dislocation, infection, blood clots.
Walking aids for a few weeks; full recovery in months.
What is hip replacement?
Replacing a damaged hip joint with an artificial joint.
Why is hip replacement done?
Severe hip arthritis or some hip fractures in older people.
How do I prepare for hip replacement?
Fitness checks.
How long is recovery after hip replacement?
Walking aids for a few weeks; full recovery in months.
What are the risks of hip replacement?
Dislocation, infection, blood clots.
SI summary (own words); MedlinePlus (NLM) and NHS as references