Hip Prosthesis
The hip joint consists of a ball and socket. The top of the thigh bone, the femoral head, defines the part called the ball, while the other part, made up of bone and cartilage, defines the socket. Hip replacement surgery is a procedure in which the damaged ball and socket are replaced with new and durable synthetic structures with similar materials.
- Examination, Pre – op tests (1 day before the surgery),
- Surgery,
- PCA usage,
- 5 days hospitalization,
- If there is need, blood transfusion,
- Specialized medical equipment,
- Control examination at post op 10th day
About The Procedure
If you urgently do not need hip prosthesis due to an accident, your doctor plans your surgery few weeks before. Your doctor determines and waits for a period of time for your body to be in the most favorable condition possible for the operation. In addition, you may need to lose some weight and stop using certain medications, including blood thinners.
After The Procedure
Your blood pressure, pulse, pain level, medication needs and sleep condition after anesthesia are monitored. The patient is encouraged to walk with crutches or a walker immediately after surgery. You can wear elastic compression stockings or inflatable air sleeves on your lower legs both during and after the operation. The pressure exerted by the inflated arms prevents blood from pooling in the leg veins and reduces the likelihood of clots forming. Your doctor may prescribe blood-thinning medications that are injected or taken orally after surgery. It is up to your doctor’s medical evaluation regarding your medical condition after the surgery. Once you discharge from the hospital, you keep in touch to contact your doctor. It is important to observe and evaluate your medical condition and healing by your doctor. There also can be physical therapy process.