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erika61265
erika61265

They called me today and they told me I need a ct scan because the hip manufacturer requires it..... Did you all have to have a CT scan?

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  • AnnieK
    AnnieK erika61265

    Posted

    Not in my case. I've never heard of that requirement before. I would be cautious about having a CT scan, which is comprised of many x-rays from different angles, because the radiation of a CT scan can be equal to as many as 200 regular x-rays.

    I wonder why the manufacturer requires this?

  • Duke8
    Duke8 erika61265

    Posted

    Hi Erika, no I didn't have a CT scan and the prosthesis was just off the rack - no custom making! One size fits all. Good luck....
  • lors23
    lors23 erika61265

    Posted

    Hey Erika

    I have had both hips done and did not need a ct scan for any just 2 xrays. But my hip replacements were caused by osteoarthritis is that why you are haveing your thr or is it because of another thing. It maybe because you don't just require a straight forward hip replacement.

    But Sarah has had her hip replaced due to another disease that she has had since she was young and l am sure she only had am xray as well.

    Any word on your new date yet hun?

    Laura x

    • erika61265
      erika61265 lors23

      Posted

      Not yet, done with the antibiotic Thursday, test in Friday and if clean surgery will be scheduled. Scared but I want this over with. Thanks Laura.

      I think they said it was recommended by the manufacturer? I am calling for clarification tomorrow

  • kersty35579
    kersty35579 erika61265

    Posted

    Yes! I had to have a CT scan before. The surgeon said it was required for him to plan the surgery. I have an abnormal pelvis and I assume it was to ensure the correct fit for the prosthesis. I had my surgery at RNOH which is a recognised centre of excellence and my outcome so far is awesome. I'm 6 weeks on Friday.
    • erika61265
      erika61265 kersty35579

      Posted

      Yes I called today and they are putting in a Zimmer hip replacement and they just wanted to make sure they have the right componentssmile
    • renee01952
      renee01952 erika61265

      Posted

      that is really good Erika - don't want to be all opened up and the there is an

      "OOPSIE"   

      All is well darling

      big warm hug

      renee

       

  • Rocketman_SG6UK
    Rocketman_SG6UK erika61265

    Posted

    No CT so far, just Xrays.

    But I wonder if I may have to have a CT as I am going to RNOH Stanmore next month so they can check on my 'misplaced acetabular insert'.

    Graham - 🚀💃

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