Q: Which doctor should I consult for osteolysis?
A: You should consult an Orthopedic doctor for osteolysis management.
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Q: What is osteolysis of the hip?
A: It is a condition of bone resorption or destruction after partial or total hip replacement surgery.
Q: What is periprosthetic osteolysis?
A: Periprosthetic osteolysis is osteolysis which is due to chronic inflammatory responses triggered by particulate debris from implants.
Q: What are the complications of periprosthetic osteolysis?
A: Periprosthetic osteolysis can lead to loosening of prosthesis and periprosthetic fracture.
Q: What is difference between osteoporosis and osteolysis?
A: Osteoporosis is a disease characterized by low bone mass that causes bone fragility and increases the risk of fracture. Osteolysis or destruction of bone is a condition that mostly arises from implant particles which create an inflammatory response after joint replacement procedures.
