QUALITY OF LIFE OF PATIENTS BEFORE AND AFTER HIP ENDOPROSTHESIS IMPLANTATION
QUALITY OF LIFE OF PATIENTS BEFORE AND AFTER HIP ENDOPROSTHESIS IMPLANTATION

Summary/Abstract: Purpose: Today, the application of endoprostheses, especially of the hip joint, has become an almost everyday orthopedic procedure. With the development of biomechanics, along with the improvement of surgical techniques, numerous models of endoprostheses are perfected. Painlessness and independent movement of patients with an artificial hip joint is an important factor in improving the quality of life. The objective was to examine the quality of life with pain due to hip diseases and fractures and the quality of life after hip surgery. Methodology: The research was conducted in the period from February to May 2018 in the Special Hospital "Vaso Ćuković" Risan. 46 patients of both sexes were included, who filled out a pre-prepared questionnaire about the quality of life before and after hip endoprosthesis installation. Results: after the operation, a large number of patients improved their quality of life, both in the cessation of pain and in mobility itself, the research results speak for themselves. Conclusion: with the installation of a hip endoprosthesis, the pain disappeared, the quality of life is significantly better, without pain, and an independent life without the help of others.

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