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Hip Surgery

Dr. Demetri Economedes provides comprehensive hip care for patients with arthritis and other conditions affecting hip function and mobility. When conservative treatment is no longer effective, hip surgery may help relieve pain and restore function. The following topics provide more information about the hip replacement options, advanced surgical techniques and comprehensive care available to help patients return to an active, independent lifestyle.

  • Total Hip Replacement
    Total
    Hip Replacement
    Total hip replacement is a surgical procedure in which the damaged cartilage and bone are removed from the hip joint and replaced with artificial components. The main indication for total hip replacement is arthritis.
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  • Anterior Hip Replacement
    Anterior
    Hip Replacement
    Hip replacement surgery is one of the most common orthopaedic surgeries performed. It involves the replacement of the damaged hip bone (ball shaped upper end of the femur) with a ceramic ball attached to a metal stem that is fixed into the femur and placing a new cup with a special liner in the pelvis.
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  • Outpatient Hip Replacement
    Outpatient
    Hip Replacement
    Hip replacement surgery is one of the most common orthopaedic surgeries performed. It involves the replacement of the damaged hip bone (ball shaped upper end of the femur) with a ceramic ball attached to a metal stem that is fixed into the femur and placing a new cup with a special liner in the pelvis.
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  • Revision Hip Replacement
    Revision
    Hip Replacement
    During total hip replacement, the damaged cartilage and bone are removed from the hip joint and replaced with artificial components. At times, hip replacement implants can wear out for various reasons and may need to be replaced with the help of a surgical procedure known as revision hip replacement surgery.
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  • Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement
    Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement
    Minimally invasive total hip replacement is a surgical procedure performed through one or two small incisions rather than the single long incision of 10-12 inches as in the traditional approach.
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If you wish to be advised on the most appropriate treatment, please call Cary: (984) 271-8656(984) 271-8656 / Holly Springs: (984) 224-7482(984) 224-7482 / Morrisville: (919) 238-2440(919) 238-2440 to schedule an appointment or click here to request an appointment online.