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A CT scan, yes. An MRI scan- maybe. It will depend on information from the manufacturer of the device you have implanted. Most are not affected by an MRI, but that is up to medical staff to determine.
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How much do titanium hip replacement materials weigh?
13 ounces
Can you get a scan with double hip replacement?
There are many different types of scan that you can have: MRI, CAT, etc, Certainly it is possible to have a CAT scan, and many hip joints are fine in an MRI scanner (though you may wish to check which one you have).
What three qualities of titanium make it good for material for producing hip or knee replacement?
It is non-toxic, durable and lightweight.
Can you have a pelvis replacement such as a hip replacement?
No. A lot of people are confused by the term "hip replacement", since the term hip and the term pelvis often refer to the same structure. However, a "hip replacement" only involves replace of the hip joint, and very little of the pelvic structure other than that. Recall that the legs are connected to the pelvis via a ball-and-socket type joint. In a hip replacement, the worn out, natural "socket" (known as the acetabulum) is replaced with synthetic replacement, while topmost end of the thigh bone (femur) is removed to allow installation of the synthetic (usually titanium) "ball".
How long does a hip replacement opperation take?
it takes a while
How successful are hip replacement operations using only titanium?
There are very few implants made of pure titanium (a few cups are). It is softer than the usual TiAlV (Titanium-Vanadium alloy), which I believe you are actually asking about.On the whole Titanium 'implants' are just assuccessfulas implants made from other materials, and it is the material of choice for cementless implants.
What proporties of titanium make it particulary useful for making hip joints?
The titanium is very light.
Why is titanium used in hip replacments?
because it is nontoxic
Material used in total hip replacement?
Titanium/vanadium alloy, cobalt chrome for the stem/ cup, UHMWPE (polythylene), cobalt chrome or Zirconia Ceramics are commonly used for the bearings.
What are the treatments for hip dysplasia?
Hip resurfacing or total hip replacement
Best Hip replacement surgeons in Chennai?
Hip Replacement or hip arthroplasty is a surgical procedure to treat the damaged portion of the hip. A person who performs this procedure by making certain incisions to remove the damaged part of the hip and replacing them with prosthetic implants is a Hip Replacement surgeon.
What metal is used to make artificial hip joints?
Titanium
