Hip Resurfacing Surgery in India—Selecting the Right Hospital & Surgeon
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A number of people visit India for cost savings on hip resurfacing surgery. Hip resurfacing or surface replacement arthroplasty is a safer alternative to total hip replacement (THR) surgery. In hip resurfacing surgery, only the diseased part of the femur is removed and normal bone is preserved.This is unlike THR in which the complete femoral head and neck are removed, making it difficult for the patient to regain a natural gait after surgery. This article addresses the important things to keep in mind when shopping for a hip resurfacing hospital in India.India is fast emerging as a popular medical tourism destination for patients who require hip resurfacing surgery. The main reason for this is the price difference. |
A hip resurfacing surgery can cost anywhere around $50,000 in USA and £25,000 in UK. In comparison, you can get a hip resurfacing surgery for as low as $15,500 in Mexico, $8,750 in Costa Rica and $8,500 in India.
In addition to price, India offers some other advantages as a destination for hip resurfacing surgery patients. India has a large pool of US and UK returned surgeons. Some of India’s hospitals
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