Total hip replacement, also called a total hip arthroplasty, is a surgical procedure in which the hip joint is replaced by a prosthetic implant called a hip prosthesis. During the surgery, the surgeon removes the damaged sections of the hip joint and replaces them with parts usually constructed of metal, ceramic and very hard plastic. This artificial joint (prosthesis) helps reduce pain and improve function.
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