What is Total Hip Replacement - Left Hip?
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A total hip replacement is a surgery to replace a diseased or injured hip joint. An artificial ball-and-socket joint is inserted to make a new hip. The artificial joint is called a prosthesis.
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How do members experience Total Hip Replacement - Left Hip?
Top 5 reported purposes & perceived effectiveness
| Purpose | Patients | Evaluations | Perceived Effectiveness |
|---|---|---|---|
| Osteoarthritis | 21 | 3 | |
| Bone necrosis | 11 | 4 | |
| Joint pain | 9 | 4 | |
| Doctor recommendation | 2 | 0 | |
| Arthritis pain | 1 | 0 |
Common side effects
| Side effect | Patients | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Pain | 3 | |
| Limited range of motion | 2 | |
| Electrolyte imbalance | 1 | |
| Fatigue | 1 | |
| Joint stiffness | 1 | |
| Loss of flexibility | 1 |
Side effect severity
| Severity | Evaluations | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Severe | 1 | |
| Moderate | 1 | |
| Mild | 4 | |
| None | 5 |
Member evaluations
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evaluated on Jan 15, 2007
- Perceived effectiveness for osteoarthritis: Major
- Side effects: Severe
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