Partial Hip Replacement / Hemiarthoplasty
Only the broken femoral head is replaced while the natural hip socket is preserved — getting elderly fracture patients back on their feet within 24 hours and avoiding bedrest complications.
What is Partial Hip Replacement / Hemiarthoplasty?
Partial Hip Replacement, or Hemiarthroplasty, replaces only the femoral head with a metal prosthesis while leaving the natural acetabular socket undisturbed. Bipolar designs articulate within an inner head, providing smooth, low-friction motion and reduced cartilage wear in the native socket. The procedure is the standard treatment for displaced femoral neck fractures in elderly patients with limited pre-injury mobility. At Lux Hospitals Hyderabad, Dr. Hithesh prioritises swift, technically clean hemiarthroplasty to enable same-day standing and prevent the cascade of complications associated with prolonged immobilisation.
Indicated mainly for elderly patients with displaced femoral neck fractures, limited pre-injury walking demand and minimal hip socket arthritis, where rapid mobilisation outweighs the value of total hip replacement.
How the Procedure Works
Pre-Operative Optimisation
Cardiac, renal and metabolic status are stabilised; surgery is scheduled within 48 hours of fracture admission ideally.
Anaesthesia & Approach
Spinal or general anaesthesia is given; a posterior or lateral hip approach is used for controlled exposure.
Femoral Head Removal
The fractured femoral head is extracted; the femoral canal is prepared for the chosen prosthetic stem size.
Bipolar Prosthesis Insertion
A modular bipolar head is implanted onto the stem, allowing smooth gliding within the patient's own acetabular socket.
Closure & Day-One Mobilisation
Wound closure is completed; physiotherapy and standing with frame begin within 24 hours of surgery.
Outcomes
Who Needs This Treatment?
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Quickly relieves agonising pain from a displaced femoral neck fracture
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Enables standing and assisted walking within the first 24 hours
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Avoids dangerous bedrest complications: pneumonia, pressure sores, blood clots
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Shorter operative time and lower blood loss than total replacement
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Bipolar articulation gives smoother motion and protects native cartilage
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Cost-effective and matched to elderly patients' real activity demands
In a frail elderly patient with a hip fracture, every hour matters. Hemiarthroplasty done quickly and well is genuinely life-saving — it gets them back to their feet before complications can ever take hold.
— — Dr. Bathini Hithesh, Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon, Trauma & Joint Replacement Specialist, Lux Hospitals, Hyderabad
Partial Hip Replacement / Hemiarthroplasty Cost in Hyderabad
The cost of partial hip replacement (hemiarthroplasty) in Hyderabad depends on the condition of the hip joint, type of implant used, complexity of surgery, investigations required, and the care needed before and after the procedure.
For elderly patients requiring replacement of the femoral head only, the approximate cost of partial hip replacement/hemiarthroplasty ranges between ₹1,50,000 and ₹3,00,000.
| Procedure | Approximate Cost Range |
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| Partial Hip Replacement / Hemiarthroplasty | ₹1,50,000 – ₹3,00,000 |
The final cost may vary depending on your individual condition, findings during evaluation, type of implant used, and whether any additional procedures are required.
Factors That Influence Partial Hip Replacement / Hemiarthroplasty Cost
The overall cost may depend on:
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Condition of the hip joint: The extent of damage to the femoral head, fracture pattern, bone quality, and overall joint condition may influence treatment planning.
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Pre-operative evaluation: Required investigations, clinical examination, X-rays, blood tests, and medical assessments before surgery may affect the overall cost.
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Implant and surgical requirements: The type of prosthesis, surgical technique, and any additional procedures required during surgery may influence the cost.
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Hospital stay and post-operative care: The duration of admission, medicines, physiotherapy, rehabilitation plan, and follow-up requirements may influence the final estimate.
Is Partial Hip Replacement / Hemiarthroplasty Covered by Insurance?
Partial hip replacement / hemiarthroplasty may be covered by health insurance when it is performed for a medically necessary condition. Coverage depends on your insurance policy, inclusions, and approval process.
Our insurance support team can assist you with checking your policy coverage, required documentation, cashless approval process, and insurance-related queries before the procedure.
- Checking your policy coverage
- Cashless approval process
- Required documentation
- Insurance-related queries before the procedure
Dr. Hitesh Bathini
Orthopaedic Surgeon
During consultation, Dr. Hitesh Bathini, Orthopaedic Surgeon in Hyderabad, will evaluate your symptoms, medical history, and investigation reports to determine whether partial hip replacement / hemiarthroplasty is suitable for you. He will explain the procedure, expected outcomes, and guide you regarding the estimated cost based on your individual condition and treatment requirements.
Common Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
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