Hip TEP
A hip TEP is a total endoprosthesis of the hip joint. This surgical procedure is performed, for example, in the case of hip joint arthrosis when the joint cartilage is very worn and the symptoms can no longer be alleviated by conservative therapy without surgery.The hip TEP consists of an acetabular cup and a stem on which a ball rests to replace the femoral head. The stem is fixed in the femur and can be cemented or uncemented.
Cemented prostheses have the disadvantage that they are difficult to replace and are therefore more likely to be used in older people. Normally, a hip TEP lasts between 15 and 20 years before it has to be replaced. After a hip TEP operation, which is performed as an in-patient, a hospital stay of usually 4-6 days follows.
Afterwards the patient has the possibility of an inpatient or outpatient rehabilitation. There the muscles are to be trained again, the pain is to be relieved, and everyday movements and activities are to be practiced.
