What is the difference between Zimmer MIS 2-Incision hip replacement and traditional surgery?
The Zimmer MIS 2-Incision procedure is one of the least invasive surgical options available for hip replacement today. When performing the procedure, surgeons make two incisions as small as 1½ to 2 inches each, and generally separate the muscles and tendons to access the hip joint. Traditional surgery typically involves a 10- to 12-inch incision and the cutting of those key tissues.
A. The Zimmer MIS 2-Incision procedure is one of the least invasive surgical options available for hip replacement today. When performing the procedure, surgeons make two incisions as small as 25mm to 40mm each, and generally separate the muscles and tendons to access the hip joint. Traditional surgery typically involves a 250mm to 300mm incision and the cutting of those key tissues.
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