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A CT scan of the hip may be necessary to evaluate conditions such as fractures, tumors, or infections that are not easily visible on X-rays. It provides detailed cross-sectional images, allowing for better assessment of bone and soft tissue structures. Additionally, it can help in planning surgical procedures or monitoring the progression of certain diseases affecting the hip joint.
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Can you have a cat scan if you have a hip replacement?
Yes, you can have a CAT scan (CT scan) if you have a hip replacement. The presence of a hip replacement typically does not interfere with the imaging process, as most modern CT scanners can accommodate metal implants. However, it's important to inform your healthcare provider and the radiology staff about your hip replacement, as they may need to adjust settings to ensure optimal imaging quality. Always follow your doctor's recommendations regarding any specific concerns.
How much is a hip replacement worth?
This is subjective. Since you're not asking about COST, but WORTH - consider that mobility and being pain free have different value to different people. Someone who's an athlete, or a mother, or a busy commuter would probably highly value mobility and use of their hips, and someone who has had nerve damage and can't feel pain in his hip is not going to be concerned about alleviating pain as someone who is in excrutiating pain.
Can you get gout in your hip?
Yes, but it would be unusual.
Where do you feel pain if you need a hip replacement?
left side of my butt and in the groin
Does a person with subchondral cysts and sclerosis within the roof of the acetabulum need a hip replacement?
yes
Can you have a PET scan if you have a hip replacement?
Yes, you can have a PET scan if you have a hip replacement. The metal components used in hip replacements do not interfere with the PET scan process, as the scan primarily detects metabolic activity using a radioactive tracer. However, it's important to inform your healthcare provider about your hip replacement and any other implants, as they may need to consider these factors when interpreting the results.
Can you have a cat scan if you have a hip replacement?
Yes, you can have a CAT scan (CT scan) if you have a hip replacement. The presence of a hip replacement typically does not interfere with the imaging process, as most modern CT scanners can accommodate metal implants. However, it's important to inform your healthcare provider and the radiology staff about your hip replacement, as they may need to adjust settings to ensure optimal imaging quality. Always follow your doctor's recommendations regarding any specific concerns.
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).
In what countries would one need to pay for hip health insurance if one had hip problems?
If one had hip problems, one would need to pay for health hip insurance in European countries. The European Health Insurance Card made it easier for people with this need to pay for the procedure.
Would i be too young at sixty six for a hip replacement?
If you need a hip replacement, then age is not an issue.
Can you take a pet scan if you have titanium hip replacement?
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.
What is the antonym for hip?
Hip as a slang word means knowledgeable, so clueless or square would be the opposite of the slang. Square means someone who is not cool or hip or does not know the common way of doing things socially.
How can I safely and effectively pop someone else's hip?
It is not safe or recommended to pop someone else's hip. If someone is experiencing hip pain or discomfort, they should see a healthcare professional for proper evaluation and treatment. Trying to pop someone else's hip can cause injury and should be avoided.
What does it mean if someone says you crazy cat to you?
The term "Cat" simply implies that you are cool or hip. for someone to refer to you as a "crazy Cat" they are giving you respect for something you may have done that is cool or hip, that they themselves would never dare do.
Why would someone need crutches?
Because they broke their foot or leg, dislocated a hip or knee, have a bad hip, surgery of some type to their legs/hips. Sprained ankle is another item. There are some disorders and diseases that take away the strength of the leg muscles and bones that require support.
Did someone win the trip with Justin Bieber?
I did at the end he hugged me we kissed and we were hip to hip how HOT
Will a rabbits dislocated hip heal on its own?
I think you need to take the rabbit to the vet. The hip needs to be put back in again the way it was. Only a vet would know how to do this safely.
