What is Hip Resurfacing?
Hip resurfacing is a modified type of hip replacement procedure and the distinguishing feature of the procedure is the replacement of only the femoral head. In a total hip replacement, the head of the femur is completely removed and replaced with a ball and stem implant. In a hip resurfacing procedure, the head of the femur is carefully trimmed and replaced with a cap.
Common procedure steps include:
A board-certified anesthesiologist administers general anesthesia
A lateral or anterior hip incision is made
Muscles and soft tissues are retracted and the hip joint is exposed
Dr Abdul D Khan
MBBS(AMC, Vizag) MRCS(Edin, UK) MRCS(Glasg, UK) FRCS(Tr & Orth, UK) CCT(Tr & Orth, UK)