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Woud you please discuss the complications of soft bone after total hip replacement surgery?
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Fracture/loosening: If you have "soft" bone, then the implants may loosen over time. Furthermore, during the surgery, you are at a higher risk for fracture.
Answered 5/24/2013
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Complications: Softer bone may complicate hi[ replacement surgery by making the bone more vulnerable to fracture during placement of the prosthesis or may make it more difficult to achieve a good solid fit of the prosthesis. If the bone quality is poor bone growth onto the prosthesis may be inadequate and a well fixed prosthesis may not be achieved over time.
Answered 3/7/2016
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Fracture: The biggest issue with soft bone (osteoporosis) is fracture during implant insertion. Therefore, i'd recommend having a hybrid hip replacement, in which the femoral component is cemented in place.
Answered 12/4/2019
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