What is 'girdlestone'?

Question:

Answers:
Pseudarthrosis (Girdlestone)

A pseudarthrosis (Girdlestone operation) involves removing the femoral head without any replacement. The procedure is performed for hip infections and when the patient's bone stock is inadequate for another reconstructive procedure. This leaves the patient with a leg which is shorter and usually less stable (although the changes are less apparent following a resurfacing failure as compared to total hip failure). After this type of operation the patient almost always needs to use at least one crutch especially for long distance walking.

Could have to do with a hip operation. Depends on the context.

More Questions and Answers

The consumer health information on youqa.com is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for medical advice or treatment for any medical conditions.
The answer content post by the user, if contains the copyright content please contact us, we will immediately remove it.

What is 'girdlestone'?

Health Resources