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This is a surgery in which the hip joint is partially replaced. The ball (femoral head) is replaced; the socket (acetabulum) is not. This is primarily done in geriatric patients suffering from a femoral neck fracture, where the possibility of fixing the fracture has poorer outcomes.
Why not a total hip replacement? -
In geriatric patients who have significant comorbidities and lesser functional demands, this surgery is preferred. Additionally, the surgical stress is also much lesser as compared to a total hip replacement.
2. Is this surgery necessary? -
Yes, if the patient has a neck femur fracture then this surgery is absolutely necessary.Otherwise, the patient will remain bedridden for the remainder of their lives, which has its own problems.
3. What are the risks of the surgery? -
The complications of this surgery include infection, injury to vessels or nerves and bleeding.
4. How many days of stay in hospital is needed after surgery? -
Usually, discharge is given on the second post-operative day after surgery, provided that the patient is able to ambulate by himself comfortably with a walker.
5. How many days of stay in hospital are needed after surgery? -
Usually, discharge is given on the second post-operative day after surgery, provided that the patient is able to ambulate by himself comfortably with a walker.
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