Risk rates for complications of Hip surgery
Risk rates for complications of the surgery performed on the Hip Unit in Exeter are compiled from accurate audit data collected on all patients who have their surgery at our institution. The recent complication rates following primary and revision hip replacements for the more common complications are as follows:
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Deep infection:
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0.2%
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Dislocation: Overall rate
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3.3 %
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Dislocation: After primary (first) hip replacement
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2.5%
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Pulmonary Embolism
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0.6%
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Diagnosed Deep Venous Thrombosis
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2.4%
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Re-operation rates within a year for any cause: Primary hip
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1.1 %
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Re-operation rates within a year for any cause: Revision hip
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3.0%
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Death within 3 months of operation from any cause Primary hip
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0.5%
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Death within 3 months of operation from any cause Revision hip
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3.0%
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Unless otherwise noted these complications are for primary hips and revision hips combined. The risk of almost all complications is significantly higher for revision procedures than for primary operations.
The prime indication for replacing a hip joint is to rid you of the pain of arthritis. If you feel that you do not wish to accept the potential risks and complications listed here, please do not sign your consent form. The decision to have the operation is yours and we will endeavour to answer any questions you may have in order for to make your mind up if you wish to go ahead with the procedure. Be assured that although the list of potential problems is long and not exhaustive in this document, the vast majority of patients are delighted with their new hip and become more active and mobile as a result of having the procedure.
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