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What are the pros and cons of a hip replacement for someone whose 17 years old?
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Well: Pro: less pain, improved motion Con: can wear out/loosen requiring future surgery(s) that become more difficult to perform,infection (take antibiotic before dental etc.) can dislocation in certain positions, Consider alternatives to hip replacement such as pelvic osteotomy, and hip fusion. Definitely seek more that one opinion regardless. Good luck.
Answered 9/29/2016
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Ask the surgeon: Usually at 17 years of age you do not need a replacement. If you have a diagnosis which requires a hip replacement such as after a non healing or mal healing hip fracture, or a congenital deformity plus you are having significant pain limiting your function then having a hip replacement may make sense The cons are that you will need surgery again several times during your life and there are risk
Answered 9/29/2016
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