Revision Orthopedic Surgery: Understanding, Reasons, and Recovery
Revision orthopedic surgery is a subsequent procedure performed to replace, remove, or modify a previously implanted orthopedic device or to correct c...
By Alex
Category: Orthopedic Surgery
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Knee Implants: Latest Advancements in Materials, Design, and Surgical Techniques
The 'newest' knee implant refers to ongoing advancements in materials science, implant design, and surgical techniques aimed at improving longevity, f...
By Jordan
Hemiarthroplasty Surgery: Definition, Indications, Procedure, and Recovery
Hemiarthroplasty is a surgical procedure that replaces only one half of a joint, typically the ball component, while the other half remains natural, m...
By Alex
Knee Resection: What It Is, Why It's Done, and What to Expect
A knee resection is a surgical procedure that involves the precise removal of damaged bone and cartilage from the knee joint, typically as a critical ...
By Jordan
Meniscus Surgery: Duration, Factors, and What to Expect
Meniscus surgery typically takes 30 to 90 minutes for the procedure itself, though the total time at the surgical facility, including preparation and ...
By Jordan
SuperPath Approach: Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement, Benefits, and Recovery
The SuperPath approach is a minimally invasive surgical technique for total hip replacement that preserves muscles and tendons, aiming for faster reco...
By Alex
Slip Knot Surgery: Understanding Its Purpose, Applications, and Advantages
A "slip knot surgery" is an orthopedic surgical technique using a specialized suture knot that allows for controlled tightening and secure f...
By Hart
ALIF Surgery: Organs Retracted, Vascular Involvement, and Complications
During Anterior Lumbar Interbody Fusion (ALIF) surgery, the intestines, ureters, sympathetic nerves, and major blood vessels including the aorta, vena...
By Jordan
Shoulder Surgery: Safety Profile, Risks, and Recovery
Shoulder surgery is generally safe due to advancements in techniques and anesthesia, though, like any procedure, it carries potential complications th...
By Hart
