Total Hip Replacements (AMIS )
An innovative surgical technique called AMIS (anterior minimal invasive surgery) is a forward step in the already successful area of hip arthroplasty.
The technique involves a small incision on the skin avoiding any muscle damage, cutting or unsticking of muscle tissue. Contrary to any other technique, AMIS involves a simple shifting of the muscle with the use of specialized tools, leaving even the articular pocket intact.
The benefits of AMIS Hip arthroplasty are:
• Minimal post-operative pain
• Blood transfusions are usually not needed due to the bloodless technique
• Reduced hospitalization days
• Minimization of dislocation risk, leading to no restrictions on movements and sitting
• Avoiding healthy muscles from damaging helps in natural walking and a quick return to daily activities
Clinical Pathway
Investigations (Preoperative check-up)
- CBC
- Blood group
- Rhesus
- Crossmatch 2 units of blood
- ESR
- CPR
- Glucose
- Urea
- Creatinine
- SGOT
- SGPT
- K+
- Na+
- PT
- HBsAg
- INR
- aPTT
- ECG
- HIV
- HCV
- Urinalysis
- Chest X-Ray
- Cardiological assessment
- Urine Culture if necessary – AP pelvis + AP/Lateral Hip X-Rays
- Knee X-Rays
Days of Hospitalisation
- 3-4 days
Mobilization
- 2nd day
1st f-up Appointment, Wound Check, Removal of Stiches/Clips
- In 15 days
2nd f-up Appointment
- In 60 days
Type of Investigation – Clinical Assessment
- Clinical assessment, AP pelvis X-Rays
Return to Work
- In 30 days
Instructions
- Avoid lifting weights
Diseases
