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

ORTHOPAEDICS

European Interbalkan Medical Center

The Orthopaedics Clinics of Athens Medical Group are 24/7 available, providing top quality medical services by highly qualified and experienced staff. In these Clinics are performed all the innovative and minimally invasive orthopaedic operations, by specialized Orthopaedic Surgeons.

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ORTHOPAEDICS

Athens Medical Center

The Orthopaedics Clinics of Athens Medical Group are 24/7 available, providing top quality medical services by highly qualified and experienced staff.