After Total Risks of Hip Recovery Surgery and Complications
The most serious problems associated with hip replacement are those that threaten the health and well-being of the patient as a whole, such as problems involving the nerves. Other problems, such as varying the length of the leg, are not medically bad but can affect comfort and quality of life. Problems Involving The Nervous As with any major surgery involving normal nerves, hip replacement surgery has a lower risk of blood clots, stroke, heart disease, arrhythmia, and pneumonia. Blood clots One of the most common medical problems associated with surgery is to replace the blood components. • The a Deep vein thrombosis (DVT) refers to a blood clot in the leg and is called deep vein thrombosis. A sudden increase in swelling of the leg and tenderness of the calf may be the first sign of a blood clot in the leg. • Lungs (PE) refers to the lumps that break down into the lungs. Chest pain, abnormal rapid heartbeat or shortness of breath may indicate a pulmonary embolus. Getting out of bed imm...