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Mom is 91 years old. 3 days ago she fell and broke her hip. how can she get a hip replacement?

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Dr. John Michalski answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Hip fracture: A displaced femoral neck fracture with significant hip arthritis would make her a tha candidate. Check with your orthopedic surgeon.

Answered 11/16/2012

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