Complications
Complications of hip arthroplasty aren’t common but like any major surgery, there is a possible risk of them happening during or after the operation. Nerve, visceral and vascular injuries may occur during surgery due to the surgeon’s incompetence or lack of experience. a blood clot is an early complication that may circulate in the bloodstream forming embolisms that spread to other organs. Thrombo-embolic complications are found to be the most common cause of death within 3 months after hip arthroplasty.
Catching Infection during surgery isn’t usually reported due to effective sanitary procedures unless the patient is immune-compromised, or the surgery is done under a low standard of sanitation. Improper selection of the prosthetic implant may cause its loosening, dislocation, leg length inequality, and limited range of motion. Fortunately, most of these complications are avoidable by simple prophylactic measures such as antibiotics and blood thinners.
