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Hip replacement

How a hip replacement is done

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Hip replacement
How a hip replacement is done
What is a hip replacement?
Why a hip replacement is done
Alternatives to a hip replacement
Preparing for a hip replacement
How a hip replacement is done
Recovering from a hip replacement
Complications of a hip replacement

A hip replacement involves replacing damaged parts of your hip with metal, plastic and ceramic parts. You have the operation under anaesthetic.

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