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hip fracture

by ruth84, Jun 13, 2008 08:49AM
Tags: hip, fractures
About nine months ago I broke my hip but it is not healing as it should.  My doctor now says it will have to be done over, maybe have a bone graph pr a hip replacement.  I now have a rod and pins in it.  What do you think I should do
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by DrNavneetMD, Jun 13, 2008 10:13AM
To: ruth84
Hello Dear,
The results of hip replacement surgery are usually excellent. The operation relieves pain and stiffness, and most patients , 80% need no help walking.
With time , sometimes as long as 20 years , the artificial joint loosens and revision surgery becomes necessary.
You should clarify all your doubts with your physician before the surgery.
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