Accurate Diagnosis and Effective Solutions
Dealing with discomfort or complications after hip surgery can cause uncertainty and worry. However, obtaining an accurate diagnosis and a specialized treatment plan is the first step toward resolving the situation once and for all. Periprosthetic infection is a rare but serious complication that requires the care of a specialist with extensive experience in hip revision and reconstruction.
Benefits of an Expert and Early Approach
- Early and Accurate Diagnosis: Identifying the exact source of the problem using advanced techniques prevents unnecessary treatments and slows the progression of the infection.
- Personalized, Conservative Treatment: Whenever possible, we follow protocols designed to clean the joint and preserve the original prosthesis.
- Multidisciplinary approach: We coordinate surgery with highly targeted antibiotic treatments to eradicate the infection while ensuring maximum patient safety.
Warning Signs: When Should You Seek Medical Attention?
Early detection is the best guarantee of successful treatment.
It is essential to pay attention to your body’s signals. We recommend that you seek a specialized evaluation if you experience:
Persistent or new-onset pain in the operated hip that does not subside with rest.
Swelling, redness, or increased temperature in the area of the scar.
Discharge or exudate from the surgical wound.
Fever or a general feeling of being unwell with no apparent cause.
Experience and thoroughness in complex cases
Treating a periprosthetic infection requires in-depth knowledge of revision surgery, surgical management with the utmost precision, and rigorous adherence to each antibiotic protocol.
With more than two decades of experience treating complex hip conditions, Dr. Rafael Llopis uses the most advanced and safest surgical techniques to eliminate the infection while ensuring the integrity of your joint.
Our top priority is not only to resolve the medical complication, but also to restore your pain-free mobility, quality of life, and the peace of mind that comes from knowing your health is in the hands of experts at every stage of your recovery.