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What are the complications of Hip replacement surgery?

April 26, 2017complications hip replacement surgery

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What are the complications of Hip replacement surgery?

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Any surgery has risks. There are many risks associated with Hip replacement surgery. However, in the hands of a well-trained, dedicated orthopaedic surgeon, these risks should be quite low. The most common complication is blood clots in the legs. The most serious complication is infection. The most important long-term complication is loosening. Total Hip Replacement is discussed elsewhere in this website, click here to go to that section.

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Any surgery has risks. There are many risks associated with Hip replacement surgery. However, in the hands of a well-trained, dedicated orthopaedic surgeon, these risks should be quite low. The most common complication is blood clots in the legs. The most serious complication is infection. The most important long-term complication is loosening.