Minimally Invasive Surgery

Measuring the incision Measuring the incision

Mr Malik regularly uses an incision of approximately only 4 inches in length to safely and accurately implant most hip replacements.

The approach used is the 'Mini-incision' posterior approach. This is an advance on the well-established posterior approach to the hip used by a large proportion of hip surgeons.







Hip Mini Incision Hip Mini Incision

He will advise whether you are suitable for this technique.











Knee Mini-Incision Knee Mini-Incision

Possible Advantages of Mini-Incision:

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