Total hip replacement for developmental dysplasia of the hip in ENDOPROTHETICUM Rhein-Main / Prof. Dr. med. Karl Philipp Kutzner

About the clinic

Total hip replacement for developmental dysplasia of the hip at ENDOPROTHETICUM Rhein-Main in Mainz, Germany, focuses on bone-preserving techniques. Led by Prof. Dr. med. Karl Philipp Kutzner, the clinic uses calcar-guided short-stem prostheses to reconstruct natural hip biomechanics. This specialized approach is ideal for younger patients or those with complex anatomy due to dysplasia.

Expert Surgical Care

Prof. Dr. med. Karl Philipp Kutzner leads the medical team as a pioneer in calcar-guided short-stem arthroplasty. He is a professor at Johannes Gutenberg University Mainz and received the Themistocles-Gluck-Preis for his work in endoprosthetics. As an orthopedic surgeon, he specializes in hip and knee arthroplasty using minimally invasive methods. Prof. Dr. med. Kutzner creates an individual plan for every patient after thorough diagnostics. This helps determine the exact positioning for the cementless implant.

The Wiesbaden Approach

The clinic uses the minimally invasive anterolateral method, also known as the Wiesbaden approach. This technique allows the surgeon to reach the hip joint without cutting through major muscles. By sparing the soft tissue, patients often experience a faster rehabilitation process. The use of short-stem prostheses further helps by preserving more of the patient's natural bone compared to traditional long-stem implants. This is particularly important for patients who may need revision surgery later in life.

Integrated Treatment Concept

Patients follow a structured path from the first consultation to final recovery. The process includes several key steps:

Outpatient Consultation: Detailed imaging and planning at ENDOPROTHETICUM Rhein-Main.
Inpatient Surgery: Procedures take place at high-end partner facilities like LILIUM-CLINIC or curaparc.
On-site Rehabilitation: Physical therapy begins shortly after surgery at the ENDO-Reha center.
Accommodation: Patients and families can stay at the ENDOPROapartments during the recovery phase.

Support for International Patients

The clinic is located near Frankfurt Airport, making it accessible for those traveling from abroad. English-speaking staff members assist patients throughout their stay. A dedicated contact person helps manage the logistics of the integrated treatment chain. After surgery, the team provides long-term follow-up care to monitor the stability and function of the new hip joint. You can request a consultation to learn more about the surgical options for hip dysplasia on Bookimed.

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Last price update — 29.03.2025. Prices can be changed depending on the medical case and doctor's recommendations.

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treatment	Price
Total hip replacement for developmental dysplasia of the hip	$11200.76 - $19041.29
Hip replacement	Price on request
Knee replacement	Price on request
Total hip replacement	Price on request
Total knee replacement (arthroplasty) revision	Price on request
Unicompartmental (partial) knee replacement	Price on request

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ENDOPROTHETICUM Rhein-Main / Prof. Dr. med. Karl Philipp Kutzner: more details about the clinic

Germany, Mainz

ENDOPROTHETICUM Rhein-Main is an orthopaedic specialty practice for joint replacement and joint surgery in Mainz, centered on hip and knee endoprosthetics. The practice provides specialized diagnostics and planning, and supports treatment pathways that include minimally invasive surgery and structured after-treatment. In hip replacement, Prof. Dr. med. Karl Philipp Kutzner is particularly known for minimally invasive techniques and short-stem hip arthroplasty. A key area of expertise is calcar-guided short-stem prostheses, which aim to reconstruct hip biomechanics while using a bone- and soft tissue-sparing implantation technique. The concept is explained through a “kalkar-guided” approach—stabilization of the implant along the calcar structure to support more physiological load transfer. The practice also highlights minimally invasive anterolateral access (front-lateral), described as the “Wiesbaden approach,” designed to avoid injury to surrounding musculature. In knee arthroplasty, treatment includes knee prostheses and partial joint replacements when appropriate. ENDOPROTHETICUM positions itself as a concept of “all from a single source,” combining surgical expertise with integrated rehabilitation support. For patients considering short-stem options, the practice emphasizes modern planning and bone-preserving principles. International patients benefit from additional coordination support when being treated at partner facilities such as curaparc clinic in Mainz and LILIUM-CLINIC in Wiesbaden. The foreign-patient support includes English-speaking staff and—if needed—a dedicated contact person to help plan the stay. ENDOPROTHETICUM’s team consists of Prof. Dr. med. Karl Philipp Kutzner, Nerminа Murtic, and Juliane Hoidn, reinforcing the practice’s focused, specialty-driven model. The clinic also shares educational materials on short-stem total hip arthroplasty, describing benefits such as bone preservation, enhanced recovery, and reduced risk of thigh pain. The collaboration with partner inpatient facilities helps create a treatment chain from preoperative evaluation to operation and early rehabilitation. In addition, the practice has its own approach to aftercare, including an announced own rehabilitation facility starting in 2025 with direct oversight by the treating surgeon.

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