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Coxarthrosis as a clinical and social problem. Analysis following hip arthroplasty.

Authors :
Kuliński W
Bielat M
Source :
Wiadomosci lekarskie (Warsaw, Poland : 1960) [Wiad Lek] 2024; Vol. 77 (5), pp. 1047-1055.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

Objective: Aim: The aim of this study was to determine how hip arthroplasty contributed to improvements in the clinical condition and quality of life of patients after the procedure.<br />Patients and Methods: Materials and Methods: The study included 30 patients who underwent surgery due to hip osteoarthritis at the Department of Endoprostheses of the Healthcare Center Regional Hospital in Busko-Zdroj. The subjective and objective condition of the patients was assessed before and after their arthroplasty procedure.<br />Results: Results: Study patients reported the elimination of pain and showed an increased range of hip mobility. Their physical fitness was considerably improved.<br />Conclusion: Conclusions: 1. Coxarthrosis is a difficult clinical problem. 2. Hip arthroplasty resulted in the elimination of pain or its radical reduction. 3. After the procedure, study patients showed a considerably better level of physical fitness as compared to baseline and were able to walk a longer distance without pain. 4. The patients are happy and satisfied with the effects of hip arthroplasty.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
0043-5147
Volume :
77
Issue :
5
Database :
MEDLINE
Journal :
Wiadomosci lekarskie (Warsaw, Poland : 1960)
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
39008596
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.36740/WLek202405126