Risks From Hip Replacement Surgery

Out of 100 people who have hip replacement surgery, 4 will have a serious complication like joint infection, a blood clot, or a heart attack within 3 months.

The information shown here is based on the best available evidence.

ByHealthwise Staff

Primary Medical ReviewerAnne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine

Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine

Specialist Medical ReviewerJeffrey N. Katz, MD, MPH - Rheumatology

Current as ofMarch 21, 2017

Current as of: March 21, 2017

Author: Healthwise Staff

Medical Review: Anne C. Poinier, MD - Internal Medicine & Adam Husney, MD - Family Medicine & Jeffrey N. Katz, MD, MPH - Rheumatology