96 years of age is no obstacle to hip replacement surgery

Previously, elderly patients with severe musculoskeletal problems typically had to endure pain, remain bedridden, and were unable to undergo joint replacement surgeries due to various reasons. However, to date, the Orthopedic Trauma Center of Sante Hospital has consistently ensured and successfully performed numerous complex joint replacement surgeries for many elderly patients with underlying medical conditions.

Recently, Sante Hospital admitted Mr. Nguyen Van T, a 96-year-old patient (My Tho), presenting with a right femoral neck fracture resulting from a fall during daily activities. The patient had comorbid diabetes mellitus, myocardial ischemia, chronic kidney disease, pneumonia, and a urinary tract infection.

Upon comprehensive clinical and diagnostic workup, the medical team determined that prompt total hip arthroplasty was imperative to relieve acute pain, allow early mobilization, and initiate rehabilitation to prevent recumbency-related complications.

Supported by advanced joint replacement techniques and a distinguished surgical team committed to personalized patient care, the hip arthroplasty for the 96-year-old patient was successfully and uneventfully executed, despite notable preoperative risks associated with complex comorbidities. Just five days post-surgery, the patient and his family experienced immense joy as he regained independent mobility and took his first post-operative steps.

Femoral neck fractures in the elderly are common injuries. Due to osteoporosis and sedentary lifestyles, even minor trauma—such as slipping and falling onto the buttocks on a hard surface—can be the cause. In elderly patients, co-morbidities such as hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, and diabetes pose major challenges for physicians during surgery and rehabilitation. Technically, if hip arthroplasty is not performed skillfully, it can leave the patient in pain and unable to walk. Therefore, patients should choose reputable medical facilities and hospitals with highly experienced, specialized teams of physicians to minimize potential risks.

The Orthopedic and Traumatology Center – Sante Hospital gathers a team of leading Vietnamese physicians and experts in specialized fields such as: Dr. Tang Ha Nam Anh, MD, PhD: Professional Advisor to the Center, President of the Vietnam Arthroscopy and Joint Replacement Association…; Dr. Trinh Duc Tho, MD, MSc, Specialist Level II: Medical Director, former Head of the Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Military Hospital 175; Dr. Do Anh Viet, MD, PhD: medical specialist, trained in the Russian Federation; Dr. Nguyen Quoc Sang, MSc: medical specialist; MSc, MD Do Van Loi: medical specialist, trained in France; Dr. Le Dang Phong, Specialist Level I: medical specialist, one of the outstanding students of Dr. Tang Ha Nam Anh; Dr. Trinh Truong Tin: medical specialist.

In particular, for the first time in Vietnam, Sante Hospital hip replacement surgery with discharge after only 24h. Postoperatively, patients recover very rapidly with minimal pain, and are able to mobilize and ambulate within a few hours. This is an outstanding advancement in orthopedics adopted and professionally applied by specialists at Sante Hospital, ensuring optimal efficacy, helping patients eliminate pain, and promptly regain their best quality of life.

Dr. Tang Ha Nam Anh, Medical Advisor at the Orthopedics and Traumatology Center, Sante Hospital, shared: “Early surgical treatment for patients is crucial, otherwise care will be very difficult, potentially leading to dangerous complications such as urinary tract infections, pressure ulcers on areas like the buttocks, back, and ankles, sputum retention leading to pneumonia, and even other complications of old age.” 

In many cases, clients are still hesitant due to fear of high surgical costs and inability to afford them. At At Sante Hospital, we always accept patients for medical examination and treatment applying cross-level health insurance and direct billing insurance helps save costs and ensures full benefits for patients.

To schedule a consultation and examination at the Orthopedics and Traumatology Center – Sante Hospital, please contact us using the information below:

Sante Hospital – Caring with all our heart

11A Dinh Bo Linh, Ward 24, Binh Thanh District, Ho Chi Minh City

Hotline: (+84) 28 2200 8686 – 0969 499 095

Email: [email protected]

Website: www.bvsante.com.