A hip replacement is a common surgical procedure that a surgeon will perform to treat a damaged hip joint. The operation involves replacing the joint with an implant, or a prosthesis. Hip replacement ...

Ischemic mitral regurgitation is associated with a substantial risk of death. Practice guidelines recommend surgery for patients with a severe form of this condition but acknowledge that the ...

A person may opt for a joint replacement if arthritis or a traumatic injury damages a joint beyond repair. Orthopedic surgeons can replace many joints, including knees and hips. A joint replacement ...

Ankle replacement surgery, also called total ankle arthroplasty, replaces damaged bone and cartilage in the ankle with metal and plastic implants to relieve pain and restore movement. It is used for ...

People have the right to be involved in discussions and make informed decisions about their care, as described in NICE's information on making decisions about your care. Making decisions using NICE ...

Total ankle replacement, also known as total ankle arthroplasty, is a surgical treatment for ankle arthritis that is appropriate for some patients. Ankle replacement surgery has been an option for ...

It’s not all that uncommon to have some knee pain after a hip replacement. Changes in the length of your leg can put some additional pressure or stress on your knee joint. Another common cause is that ...

Summary: This article explains why knee replacement surgery os performed, how it works, and what patients can expect before, during, and after surgery. It reviews the difference between total and ...