Mr. Hai, a 25-year-old resident of Son La, has been experiencing severe hip pain for the past two years that has made it difficult for him to perform daily activities such as riding a motorbike or sitting with his legs crossed. Despite taking medication, the pain continued to worsen until he sought treatment at Tam Anh General Hospital in Hanoi.
After a thorough evaluation, Dr. Nguyen Quang Ton Quyen recommended bilateral hip replacement surgery for Mr. Hai due to end-stage necrosis of the femoral head. This condition is often caused by factors such as alcohol abuse, tobacco use, or certain medications and can lead to severe joint damage if left untreated.
Dr. Quyen explained that joint replacement surgery carries some risks, especially for younger patients like Mr. Hai. However, using advanced techniques like the Superpath incision can help reduce pain, speed up recovery and minimize the risk of complications. The Superpath incision is a minimally invasive surgical technique that utilizes smaller incisions and less muscle disruption than traditional open surgery methods which helps reduce postoperative pain and improve recovery time significantly.
Following the successful surgery, Mr. Hai experienced significant improvement in his mobility and pain levels. With proper post-operative care and rehabilitation, he was able to walk without crutches and resume his daily activities within a few weeks.
In conclusion, early intervention and proper lifestyle choices can help prevent conditions like femoral head necrosis from developing in the first place. For patients who have already developed this condition, hip replacement surgery may be necessary to alleviate chronic pain and restore normal joint function with minimal complications using advanced surgical techniques such as the Superpath incision.