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Getting Sinus After A Hip Prosthesis Fracture. Had Hip Replacement. Suggestion?
Hi My brother fractured the tip-end of his hip prosthesis and the fracture was stabilized with pins and a plate. 2 years following the reduction he has developed two sinus tracts that his orthopedic surgeon has adviced him to use sterile dressings. He has been doing so for the last 8 months and I am concerned that fluid is not decreasing and that he may develop an infect. This was his 2nd hip replacement . Any suggestion?
Sat, 23 Nov 2013
Hi,
From history it seems that he might have infection developed at local site or might be having Osteomyelitis.
Consult orthopedic surgeon and get examined.
X-ray or MRI will give good clue about your problem.
Ok and take care.
From history it seems that he might have infection developed at local site or might be having Osteomyelitis.
Consult orthopedic surgeon and get examined.
X-ray or MRI will give good clue about your problem.
Ok and take care.
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