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What Is The Difference Between Anterior And Posterior Hip Replacement Surgeries?
Question: I will have hip replacement surgery within the next 12 months. Do you recommend anterior or posterior hip replacement surgery and why?
Brief Answer:
Anterior vs Posterior
Detailed Answer:
Hi there
Thanks for the query
It depends on the surgeons preference and also if it is a difficult hip to manage on table, a posterior approach is warranted.
Anterior approach reduces the chance of posterior dislocation of the hip such can be an advantage because posterior dislocation of the hip is commoner.
Also less muscle and soft tissue are dissected in the anterior approach, making recovery quicker.
If your Surgeon is comfortable, it's better be go for Anterior approach.
I hope I have answered your query.
I will be available to answer your follow up queries.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
Anterior vs Posterior
Detailed Answer:
Hi there
Thanks for the query
It depends on the surgeons preference and also if it is a difficult hip to manage on table, a posterior approach is warranted.
Anterior approach reduces the chance of posterior dislocation of the hip such can be an advantage because posterior dislocation of the hip is commoner.
Also less muscle and soft tissue are dissected in the anterior approach, making recovery quicker.
If your Surgeon is comfortable, it's better be go for Anterior approach.
I hope I have answered your query.
I will be available to answer your follow up queries.
Regards,
Dr. Aashish Raghu
Note: For further queries, consult a joint and bone specialist, an Orthopaedic surgeon. Book a Call now.
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