Fracture of Titanium Hip Replacement Stem Posted: 10-02-07 16:16pm
I had a hip revision in 2005 because of a
loose stem. It is barely two years later
and I have a fracture of the proximal mid
portion of the left femoral stem. I
wonder if anyone with this diagnosis has
opted not to have revision surgery again
and has not experienced a complete break
of the fracture. I cannot find statistics
on how many fractures of this kind
ultimately result in a total break or how
many do not. I know there are many
variables involved, but basicly I am not
obese and have curtailed any potentially
stressful activities, am using a cane and
have not had any pain in over a month.
Grateful for the benefit of your
experiences. Thanks in advance.
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