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Total Shoulder Replacement in Costa Rica

Hospitals, clinics and medical centers in Costa Rica offering Total Shoulder Replacement.

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Key planning information for this type of shoulder replacement in Costa Rica.

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3 hospitalsList Shoulder Replacement
4 typesOf shoulder replacement

Total Shoulder Replacement in Costa Rica is priced per case; 3 hospitals in Costa Rica list Shoulder Replacement. Each hospital quotes its own price for your case.

About this procedure

A type of shoulder replacement. Read the full description of shoulder replacement.

About Procedure

Key facts to plan your treatment: how long it takes, your hospital stay, anaesthesia, risks and recovery.

Duration of surgery/treatment
Approximately 2 hours

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Days admitted
2 to 3 days

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Anesthesia
General of Regional Anesthesia

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Recovery
- The patient’s shoulder may be strapped to a continuous passive motion (CPM) machine, which helps in reducing stiffness of the joint and easing pain. - A drainage tube may be used to drain excess fluid after the surgery. - A sling is used to hold the patient’s arm at rest. This should be worn at night for 4 to 6 weeks. - The patient will be able to perform light activities like eating and grooming within a couple of weeks after the surgery. - The patient will be able to drive a car within 6 weeks after the surgery. - The patient is required to undergo a rehabilitation program starting on the day after the surgery. - The patient may take 6 months to 1 year to fully recover.

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Risks
Risks of anesthesia include: - Breathing difficulty - Allergic reaction to medication Risks of shoulder replacement are: - Humerus fracture during the surgery - Breakage of tendons - Shoulder instability - Loosening of the glenoid implant - Joint dislocation - Injury to a nerve or blood vessel - Bleeding - Blood clotting - Infection

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After care
- The patient is required to continue the rehabilitation program for many months. A physical therapist will help the patient with some exercises that will improve the shoulder’s strength and stability. - The patient needs to visit the doctor at intervals of 6 weeks for 5 to 6 months during which the doctor will monitor the patient’s progress. - The patient is required to take antibiotics after any surgical or invasive procedures to prevent infection. This includes dental procedures. The doctor should be informed immediately if the following symptoms occur: - High fever - Excessive drainage from the incision wound. - Redness and swelling at the incision area - Severe pain

For shoulder replacement in general

Hospitals in Costa Rica offering Shoulder Replacement

These hospitals list Shoulder Replacement in Costa Rica; ask any of them to quote Total Shoulder Replacement for your case. The order reshuffles every hour so each gets equal exposure.

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Hospital La Catolica — photoPrivate Hospital

Hospital La Catolica

San Jose, Costa Rica

Our Center specializes in comprehensive care for neurologic and orthopedic disorders, trauma, sports, geriatrics, and esthetics, among others. Our qualified and caring professional staff uses modern electrotherapeutic and biomechanical equipment to improve your recovery.

DoctorsAPDr. Arce Pérez Luis RobertoCADr. Castro Artavia CristhianView all 10
PricesTotal Shoulder Replacement $12,000
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