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Will surgery for hip dislocation leave a scar?

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Yes: Every operation results in a scar, although some are very small.

Dr Hadied and 2 doctors agreed

Answered 7/5/2012

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Yes: Unfortunately, we don't have a way to operate without leaving a scar, unless you have surgery performed by notes (natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery). The hip is not accessible from any natural orifice so there will be a scar. Some doctors make smaller incisions than others so you might search around for the right doctor. Your personal doctor could help.

Answered 4/25/2012

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