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Metal-on-metal Hip Resurfacing In India

Metal-on-metal Hip Resurfacing In India

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Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing Overview

Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing in India uses a metal on metal bearing hip. The ball part along with the socket joint, and a metal cap is put over the surface during this course of surgery

How do I know if I am a good candidate for what is Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing?

The candidates for this surgery are someone who is decided by the anatomy of the patient and the surgeon. It can be performed on young patients who are not obese. It should be undertaken in patients who have a severe amount of bone loss in the femoral head. They are not suitable for women because of the child bearing ability and the effects of metal ion release on the fetus. Free Consultation Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing in India will provide you a clear cut idea on what to expect during the course of surgery.

Check out the Patient Testimonial, where the patient shares about their success stories from treatments through Joint Replacement Surgery Hospital India.

Hello, my name is Noomi Magaro. I am from Nigeria and I got metal-on-metal hip resurfacing arranged through Joint Replacement Surgery Hospital India. Before my surgery, I was living with excruciating pain that kept me from doing everyday activities. I went to my local doctor, but was not satisfied with the treatments. A friend of mine recommended to check out medical services and treatments in India. While browsing, I came across two websites and impressed with your healthcare consultants, I opted for a free consultation and got my surgery fixed. On arrival in India, I was taken to the hospital. The surgeon was a gentleman and cleared all my worries and anxieties. The hospital staff was amazing and provided me expert care. I had a very easy recovery. I can’t thank you enough as now I am able to do anything that I want! I would recommend your healthcare group for the assistance and support  during the entire process. Thank you! Stay blessed.

 

Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing Procedure & Recovery & Effectiveness

Cobalt like metal cap, which is shaped like a mushroom, is placed over the head of the femur while a matching metal cup that is similar to a total replacement surgery is placed in the pelvis joint. When the patient moves the hip, the movement of the joint forces the synovial liquid to flow between the hard metal bearing surfaces.

Why Opting Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing is necessary?

The potential advantage of metal on metal resurfacing, compared to the total hip replacement is less bone removal. There is less chance of reduced hip dislocation due to the large size of the femoral head size. Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing in India reviews of patients indicate that several people have benefitted from this surgery.

The success of the surgeon depends upon the experience of the surgeon. In this regard the proper position of hip resurfacing components is crucial. Therefore, in addition to take into account that a proper device is used, one should select a surgeon with a proven track record or experience. Affordable Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing in India allows young people to return back to their routine activities. Perhaps the greatest advantage of this surgery is the retention of the femoral neck.

Why to choose an Indian Hospital for your Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing?

Medical tourism companies have captured the medical world by storm. During the times of your medical journey, they act as a friend in disguise and help you in each and every step. The choice of the correct company is important as they are a host of them and one need to go with one which has a proven track record. In this regard the testimonies of customers or word of mouth publicity will be a perfect guide.

It is observed that surgery might not be the only solution, as sometimes non surgical methods can yield the desired results. These companies have eminent medical panelists who can guide you on whether surgery is the only option or not.

Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing Cost in India

Low cost Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing in India ensures that you do not have to burn your pockets while getting the surgery in this part of the world. In addition to this you can avail the international standards in terms of quality.

If you are really seeking Metal-on-Metal Hip Resurfacing, kindly fill up the form for a free consultation with our surgeons. You will be provided with thorough analysis and suggestions regarding the Metal-on-Metal Hip Resurfacing you are seeking.

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 FAQ’s

Why should a patient choose Joint Replacement Surgery Hospital India?

Joint Replacement Surgery Hospital India offers highest quality bone and joint health care with attentiveness, care and compassion to meet the needs of the patients and their loved ones. The medical team includes board-certified orthopedic surgeons who are familiar with all the aspects of the musculoskeletal system. Our hospital uses the most advanced technologies available for the orthopaedic procedures and has a lower complication rate.

Are hip resurfacing and hip replacement different?

Yes, completely. A hip resurfacing has only two components, made of identical material. These two surfaces rub together in a bearing that has been used since the 1960s.

How many parts are there in my hip resurfacing?

In a hip resurfacing, there are only two components, one resurfacing the femoral head, and one relining the acetabulum. These are made of identical material, cobalt chrome alloy. Hip replacements were made of exactly the same material back in the 1960s, using a design called the McKee-Farrar.

How many parts are there in a hip replacement?

Depending on the type, there can be 2,3 or 4 parts.

  • The acetabular component can be made of a single material – either plastic or cobalt chrome alloy or ceramic, or it could have an outer shell of titanium and a lining of plastic, cobalt chrome alloy, or ceramic.
  • A hip replacement has a stem in the femur which can be made of titanium, cobalt-chrome alloy, or stainless steel. On top of this a femoral head is placed. Some systems provide the head and stem in one piece, called a monobloc, while most nowadays have heads of different sizes and lengths to allow the surgeon to make adjustments at the time.
  • Femoral heads may be made of metal or ceramic. The exact type of metal is important, as some metals can corrode when placed against others.
Is my hip wearing out?

All artificial bearings wear, but some wear faster than others. The rate of wear depends on how hard you use the hip, and the material and design of the bearing surfaces. In general, your bearing was chosen for you, to ensure that it lasted longer than you could expect to live, no matter how much exercise you do, so it is rather unlikely that any hip inserted in the last 15 years will actually wear out through overuse, no matter how long you live. In older hips, from the 1980s and earlier, this wasn’t the case, so we can expect to have to change the bearings in some of these.

What about the wear particles?

The wear process caused by everyday life, produces small particles. In bearings with the same surfaces on each side, such as ceramic-on-ceramic or metal-on-metal, the particles may come from either surface, while bearings with a poly acetablular liner only generate particles of poly. The poly particles are so large that they cannot be digested easily. They tend to accumulate around the joint, and are associated with some hips loosening after many years because of a reaction to those wear particles.

What is all this about metal ions?

Wear of metal on metal bearings should be extremely slow, so most hip resurfacings will never wear out in any human lifetime. They do produce wear particles, however, which are extremely small, and broken down into ‘ions’ or the single atoms of metal that are used in our body naturally. Cobalt ions are part of vitamin B12, while Chromium ions are in haemoglobin. The level of circulating cobalt and chromium in our blood stream is usually very low. After a hip resurfacing the levels rise, as the particles from the hip are dissolved into ions. These particles are then excreted by the kidneys into the urine. So a normal hip resurfacing actually is self-cleaning, with any wear particles eliminated from the body naturally every day.

Are metal ions dangerous?

Metal ions are essential for life, and cobalt and chromium are in every cell in our body naturally. Only excessive metal ions may be of concern.

Would I know if I had a problem?

If your hip is comfortable, then you almost certainly don’t have a problem. To reassure you and your doctor that all is well, a simple blood test to measure the levels may be helpful. A plain X-ray, or an MRI, or just an ultrasound may also be options to reassure that all is well. Only very occasionally does a blood test or scan throw up unexpected findings.


How is the level of metal ions measured?

The measurement is not performed in every laboratory, and is best carried out on ‘whole blood’ not just the plasma. It is also best done in a laboratory that specializes in the test, so that the results are reliable. A technique called ‘mass spectroscopy’ is used. This requires a special and quite expensive instrument, which explains why many labs don’t do the measurement themselves.

Can my hip be corroding?

Hips can only corrode if there are two different metals attached to each other. Even then, corrosion is unlikely, but it can happen, and is particularly likely if the stem is one metal, the femoral head another, and the acetabular shell still another. In these hips, the so called Large Diameter Metal-on-Metal Total Hip Arthroplasties (LDMoMTHA), corrosion has been a problem. The process has occurred at the junction between the stem and the femoral head. This process has produced many more wear particles and an entirely new problem. It is this problem that has caused all the fuss. The companies that supplied the heads and stems and sockets did not appreciate what a problem it would cause.

Should I have regular check-ups?

If you have a Large Diameter Metal-on-Metal Total Hip Arthroplasties (LDMoMTHA),, then you may have already been invited to come back for a review. If you have no problems, then the review will probably not yield anything. If you are having nagging pain, it might just be that some corrosion is happening, so it is worth going to see your surgeon.

How often do I need to be reviewed?

If you have a LDMoMTHA, then the government recommendation is that you should have an annual check-up. However, if all is well, then it is exceeding unlikely that any harm will come if the gap between visits is lengthened to 5 or even 10 years.

Couldn’t I be checked up over the phone, or by email?

We are working on a web based system, and in some circumstances a phone call may be sufficient. However, as surgeons who want to be sure that our patients are well, we would rather you were seen in person if at all possible, so that we don’t miss anything.

If I don’t have a check-up, what is the worst that can happen?

If all feels well, it is exceeding unlikely that any harm will come whatever. But if you do have any aches and pains, then it is worth having a check-up, in the same way that it is worth having your car reviewed regularly by the garage.

Why did I get a LDMoMTHA?

The surgeon who did the operation was trying to provide a stable hip that would last for a long time. Every bearing has its own problems, and at the time, the surgeon felt that the advantages of a large bearing, which would abolish any risk of dislocation, outweighed any risks.

Who should I contact and when?

By all means, you may call the hospital where you had the surgery, or your surgeon’s office and ask for a follow up. In the NHS, there are some rules about follow-up appointments that can make this difficult. To avoid a long wait on the phone, (which can be maddening), a short note to your GP will result in a referral that will make it all happen without any more effort from you. Unless you are in pain, there is no urgency, as the chances of any major problem developing are very small.

Can I choose my own hotels according to my budget?

You can most definitely choose hotels as per your convenience to you and your budget.


Can I speak with the doctor before I come to India for treatment?

You can talk to the doctor and satisfy all your medical queries. You can also send us your queries for answers from the top doctors.

 

How will I get an Indian Medical Visa?

To know about the procedure of getting an Indian Medical Visa, please go to our website where you will find all the details regarding the initial procedure. You can also send us a query regarding the same.

I can only speak my native language?

Many hospitals in India have language translators to help you communicate better and effortlessly with the doctors and medical staff.