How successful are hip revisions?

The vast majority of hip replacement surgeries are successful. But 4 to 5 percent of people who receive a hip implant may require revision surgery within 10 years, according to a 2017 study in The Lancet. The same study found that 15 percent of patients needed revision surgery within 20 years.

How long does it take to recover from a revision hip replacement?

Hip Revision Recovery You will be about 20 percent recovered and should feel comfortable putting more weight on your hip about six to eight weeks after surgery. The timeline for returning to work and other daily activities is usually between 12 to 26 weeks (three to six months).

Is the second hip replacement worse than the first?

The procedure is technically more difficult than primary hip replacements and the effects on the patient are more significant (longer surgery, more blood loss).

What is a revision of a total hip replacement?

Hip revision surgery is performed to repair an artificial hip joint (prosthesis) that has been damaged over time due to an infection, or due to normal wear and tear of the prosthetic hip. Revision surgery helps to correct the problem so the hip can function normally again.

How do I know if my hip replacement needs revision?

An implant that is 20 years old may have reached its lifespan, and could need replacing. In rare instances, a revision hip replacement is necessary when a patient experiences emergency repetitive dislocation, mechanical failure such as loosening or breaking, or infection.

Why is my hip replacement clunking?

Noise from normal hips as well as hip replacements is not uncommon. Normal hips may click or clunk on certain movements and these noises are usually associated with a tendon catching over a muscle. Noise coming from a joint replacement itself is often described as a ‘grinding’ or ‘ratchety’ sensation.

How is hip revision surgery different from hip replacement surgery?

During hip replacement surgery, the diseased portions of the hip are cut away and replaced with an artificial hip joint. With hip revision surgery, the artificial hip joint is removed and replaced with a new one. Depending on the severity of the infection, more than one hip revision surgery may be required.

When to see an orthopedic surgeon for hip replacement?

Each patient must be considered on an individual basis—generalizations cannot be made in the case of revision hip replacement surgery. If you have a hip replacement and think you may need revision surgery, you should discuss your options with an orthopedic surgeon. Undergoing a revision hip replacement surgery is a major undertaking.

When to have hip revision at the Cleveland Clinic?

Revision surgery may also be recommended if an infection has developed in the tissue surrounding the joint. If infected, the muscle, tendon and ligament tissues in the hip joint will become weakened and damaged. The infection will also damage the hip bone. Cleveland Clinic is a non-profit academic medical center.

When was total hip replacement ( THR ) first performed?

This difficulty is due in part to the fact that total hip replacement (THR) itself is a relatively new procedure dating back only to the early 1960s.

What is life like after total hip replacement?

Life after hip replacement is likely to return to normal, although you’ll need to focus on avoiding risky activities. Sports including inline and ice skating, racquetball and squash, baseball, softball, football, and soccer all should typically be avoided, as they are high contact and have a high risk of falls.

What are the risks associated with a hip revision surgery?

Risks associated with hip replacement surgery can include: Blood clots. Clots can form in your leg veins after surgery. Infection. Infections can occur at the site of your incision and in the deeper tissue near your new hip. Fracture. During surgery, healthy portions of your hip joint might fracture. Dislocation. Change in leg length. Loosening. Nerve damage.

How long is the hip revision recovery time?

Depending on your body’s constitution and overall treatment you got from the hospital, you will need to stay there for three to four days to complete the hip replacement surgery recovery process. On the other hand, if you opted for a revision surgery, you might need to stay in the hospital for four to five days.

How long does pain last after hip replacement surgery?

Most people, though, experience surgical pain for approximately two to four weeks following hip replacement surgery. Your activity level, medical history, and any pain you’re dealing with before surgery have an effect on how long it will take you to make a full recovery.