Question

A 68-year-old woman with osteoarthritis of the hip is being considered for total hip replacement. According to NICE guidance, which factor best predicts the need for referral for joint replacement?

Accepted Answer

Impact of symptoms on quality of life and function

Answer

X-ray severity alone

Answer

Duration of symptoms alone

Answer

Patient age over 65 years

Answer

Failure of physiotherapy alone

Practice question

A 68-year-old woman with osteoarthritis of the hip is being considered for total hip replacement. According to NICE guidance, which factor best predicts the need for referral for joint replacement?