Can Both Hips Be Resurfaced at the Same Time?
Dr. De Smet –
Can both hips be operated at the same time?
In severe osteoarthritis of both (bilateral) hips a bilateral
procedure can be done. Both hips are operated on the same day.
Our experience today has not given more problems when this is
performed in healthy people. A continuous epidural catheter and
more blood transfusion are needed. Cell saver is used in these
conditions. Patient has to be healthy, not obese, and the… Read the rest