Surgery to replace a hip prosthesis that has become loose or worn.
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Hip replacement revision
Hip replacement revision is a surgical procedure performed when a previously implanted hip prosthesis has become loose, worn, or infected. In this surgery, the old prosthesis is removed and a new one is implanted.
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Total hip replacement surgery is an option to relieve the pain of severe arthritis that limits your daily activities. Sometimes, hip replacement implants can wear out and may need to be replaced with the help of a surgical procedure known as hip revision surgery.
Hip revision replacement is a complex surgical procedure in which all or part of a previously implanted hip joint is replaced with a new artificial hip joint. Hip revision replacement is advised in patients with increased pain, worn prosthesis, dislocation of previous implants, loosening of components, or infection around the prosthesis.