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Two-Incision Mini-Total Hip
This procedure enables surgeons to place the same hip implant
used in traditional surgery through two incisions of 1 ½
to 2 inches each, rather than the standard 8- to 10-inch incision.
It involves generally avoiding or separating muscles, ligaments
and tendons rather than cutting through them, as is done in
traditional total hip replacement surgery. Potential benefits
include less tissue trauma, smaller scars, shorter hospital
stay, reduced blood loss and faster, less painful rehabilitation.
This procedure may not be an option if a patient is obese,
has a recent history of a blood clot, prior replacement of
the same hip or other unstable medical conditions.
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