Tuberculosis (TB) Of Hip
Tuberculosis of the hip is an infectious condition that can progressively destroy the joint if not diagnosed early. It often presents with chronic pain, stiffness, limping, and muscle wasting.
Initial management involves anti-tubercular medication under infectious disease supervision. However, advanced disease can result in severe joint destruction and deformity.
In such cases, once infection is controlled, hip reconstruction or replacement may be required to restore mobility especially in cases of Hip Arthritis or when Minimally Invasive Total Hip Replacement (MIS THR) is indicated. In complex or previously operated hips, revision planning becomes essential and Revision Hip Replacement Surgery may be required.
FAQs
Can TB permanently damage the hip?
Yes, untreated Tuberculosis (TB) Of Hip can lead to severe Hip Arthritis.
Is surgery done during active TB infection?
Surgery is usually planned after infection control.
Does TB hip always need replacement?
Advanced joint destruction may require MIS THR.
Can TB cases need revision surgery?
Complex TB cases may require Revision Hip Replacement Surgery.
Is recovery different in TB patients?
Careful planning is required similar to Surgery planning for high-risk patients.
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