Risks and Complications

All surgeries carry an element of risk whether it is related to the anesthesia or the procedure itself. Risks and complications are rare but can occur. Below is a list of complications that can occur following any hip replacement procedure:

• Infection at the incision site or in the joint space
• Fracture
• Nerve damage
• Hemarthrosis-excess bleeding into the joint after the surgery
• Deep vein thrombosis (blood clot)
• Leg length inequality