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2. Hip replacement - Wikipedia

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   Hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the hip joint is replaced by a prosthetic implant, that is, a hip prosthesis. [1] Hip replacement surgery can be performed as a total replacement or a hemi/semi (half) replacement.

3. Hip fracture - Wikipedia

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   Pain management may involve opioids or a nerve block. [1] [4] If the person's health allows, surgery is generally recommended within two days. [2] [1] Options for surgery may include a total hip replacement or stabilizing the fracture with screws. [2] Treatment to prevent blood clots following surgery is recommended.

4. Inside Patrick Kane’s hip resurfacing surgery - AOL

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   Hip resurfacing, sometimes called hip shaving, is preferred over a total hip replacement for elite athletes, Su said, because it preserves more of the femur, uses a metal alloy made of cobalt and ...

5. Hip resurfacing - Wikipedia

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   Hip resurfacing has been developed as a surgical alternative to total hip replacement (THR). The procedure consists of placing a cap (usually made of cobalt-chrome metal), which is hollow and shaped like a mushroom, over the head of the femur while a matching metal cup (similar to what is used with a THR) is placed in the acetabulum ( pelvis ...

6. Your Guide to a Total Hip Replacement - AOL

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7. Arthroplasty - Wikipedia

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   [medical citation needed] For example, a hip joint that is affected by osteoarthritis may be replaced entirely (total hip arthroplasty) with a prosthetic hip. This would involve replacing both the acetabulum (hip socket) and the head and neck of the femur. The purpose of this procedure is to relieve pain, to restore range of motion and to ...