Short-Stem Hip Replacement in Germany

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International Patient Program for Bone-Preserving Hip Replacement

Specialized short-stem hip replacement by Prof. Dr. Karl Philipp Kutzner

For patients considering hip replacement abroad, the question is not only where to have surgery.

It is also:

Which implant? Which surgical technique? And which surgeon has specific experience with this concept?

ENDOPROTHETICUM International offers a specialized treatment program for international patients interested in modern, minimally invasive and bone-preserving hip replacement in Germany.

Treatment is personally planned and performed by Prof. Dr. Karl Philipp Kutzner, orthopedic surgeon and internationally published specialist in calcar-guided short-stem total hip arthroplasty.

The program combines specialist assessment, individual implant planning, surgery, private clinical care, rehabilitation, accommodation and international follow-up.

Specialized expertise. Bone preserving concepts. Individual hip reconstruction.

One specialist. One treatment plan. One medical campus.

GET YOUR PERSONAL HIP REPLACEMENT PLAN

Send us your X-rays and medical records for an individual assessment.

What is a Short Stem Hip Replacement?

A short-stem hip replacement is a modern form of total hip arthroplasty designed to preserve more of the natural femoral bone compared with many conventional long-stem implants.

The femoral component is shorter and primarily uses the upper part of the femur for fixation.

But a short stem is more than simply a shorter implant.

Modern calcar-guided short stems allow the surgeon to adapt the position of the implant to the individual anatomy of the patient.

This makes short-stem hip replacement particularly interesting for an individualized approach to hip reconstruction.

The objective is not to make every hip identical.

The objective is to reconstruct the individual hip as naturally as reasonably possible.

Why consider a Short Stem Hip Replacement?

For appropriately selected patients, short-stem hip replacement can offer several conceptual advantages.

These include:

Preservation of femoral bone
Metaphyseal fixation
Individual adaptation to proximal femoral anatomy
Modern implant concepts
Potential advantages for future revision surgery due to bone preservation
Combination with minimally invasive surgical approaches
Individual reconstruction of offset and hip geometry

However, a short stem is not automatically the correct implant for every patient.

Bone quality, anatomy, age, diagnosis, previous surgery and individual requirements must be considered.

This is why experience with short-stem implantation and correct patient selection are particularly important.

Why Prof. DR. KARL PHILIPP Kutzner?

Dedicated clinical and scientific expertise in Short-Stem Hip Arthroplasty

Prof. Dr. Karl Philipp Kutzner has made calcar-guided short-stem total hip arthroplasty a major focus of his clinical and scientific work.

His research addresses questions that directly influence modern short-stem implantation, including:

Individual stem positioning
Femoral anatomy
Fixation strategies
Calcar-guided implantation
Reconstruction of hip geometry
Surgical technique
Clinical outcomes

Rather than considering short-stem hip replacement as a single standardized implantation technique, his work emphasizes the relationship between individual anatomy and implant positioning.

This has led to the development of the scientifically published Kutzner Classification.

The Kutzner Classification

Understanding individualized short-stem positioning

One of the characteristics of calcar-guided short-stem hip arthroplasty is that the implant does not necessarily need to be positioned identically in every patient.

Different femoral anatomies may require different implantation and fixation strategies.

The Kutzner Classification provides a scientific framework for describing these different patterns in calcar-guided short-stem total hip arthroplasty.

For patients, the underlying principle is easy to understand:

Your anatomy should influence the implant strategy – rather than forcing every anatomy into the same standardized reconstruction.

The classification has been scientifically published and forms part of Prof. Kutzner's ongoing clinical and academic work in short-stem hip arthroplasty.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE KUTZNER CLASSIFICATION

A Short Stem is not simply a “smaller hip replacement”

Choosing a hip implant based solely on stem length would oversimplify modern hip arthroplasty.

Successful short-stem implantation requires consideration of:

Bone quality
The implant needs reliable fixation in the proximal femur.

Femoral anatomy
The shape of the femur influences implant size, position and fixation strategy.

Hip geometry
offset, leg length and the individual center of rotation need to be considered during reconstruction.

Implant positioning
Short-stem positioning may vary according to anatomy and the selected fixation strategy.

Surgical experience
The concept differs from conventional straight-stem implantation and requires specific experience.

This is why the ENDOPROTHETICUM International Short-Stem Program focuses not only on the implant itself, but on the entire reconstruction strategy.

Minimally Invasive Hip Replacement

Preserving more than bone

Bone preservation is only one aspect of modern hip replacement.

Where medically appropriate, short-stem hip arthroplasty can be combined with minimally invasive surgical techniques designed to minimize unnecessary trauma to muscles and surrounding soft tissues.

The objective is to combine:

bone preservation + soft-tissue preservation + individualized reconstruction.

Modern anesthesia, pain management and early mobilization are integrated into the perioperative treatment concept.

For many patients, mobilization begins on the day of surgery or shortly afterwards.

Am I suitable for a Short-Stem Hip Replacement?

Many patients with advanced hip osteoarthritis may potentially be candidates for short-stem total hip arthroplasty.

However, suitability cannot be determined by age alone.

Factors considered include:

Diagnosis
Femoral anatomy
Bone quality
Degree of osteoarthritis
Previous hip surgery
Deformity
General medical condition
Activity level
Individual expectations

Certain anatomical situations or poor bone quality may make another implant concept more appropriate.

For this reason, international patients can have their imaging reviewed before traveling to Germany.

Already been told you need a conventional hip replacement?

Get a specialist Short-Stem assessment before making your decision

International patients frequently contact ENDOPROTHETICUM after already receiving a recommendation for total hip replacement in their home country.

This does not necessarily mean that the proposed treatment is incorrect.

However, patients interested in a bone-preserving short-stem concept can request an additional specialist assessment.

Prof. Kutzner can review your X-rays and evaluate:

Whether hip replacement is indicated
Whether a short-stem implant may be suitable
Which anatomical characteristics need to be considered
Which reconstruction strategy may be appropriate
Whether there are reasons to prefer a conventional implant

This assessment can take place before you decide whether to travel to Germany.

REQUEST A SHORT-STEM SECOND OPINION

The ENDOPROTHETICUM Short-Stem International Patient Program

International treatment involves much more than the operation itself.

The program can combine the major stages of your treatment within one coordinated pathway.

1. Specialist assessment from home

Send us:

Current hip X-rays
MRI or CT imaging where relevant
Medical reports
Information about previous treatment
A short description of your symptoms

Your case can then be reviewed before any travel arrangements are made.

2. Personal consultation

A video consultation can be arranged to discuss your diagnosis, possible implant concepts and treatment options.

3. Individual surgical planning

If short-stem hip replacement is appropriate, the surgical strategy is planned according to your individual anatomy.

4. Travel to Germany

Patients travel to Mainz in the Frankfurt Rhine-Main region.

Frankfurt International Airport is approximately 20 minutes away by car.

5. Short-Stem Hip Replacement

Surgery is personally performed by Prof. Kutzner using the individually selected surgical and implant strategy.

6. Early mobilization

Modern pain management, physiotherapy and early mobilization form part of the postoperative treatment concept.

7. Rehabilitation

After the initial clinical phase, rehabilitation can continue within the ENDOPROTHETICUM treatment environment.

8. ENDO Apartment

International patients can recover close to the medical and rehabilitation team rather than immediately moving to a hotel far from their treating specialists.

9. Final assessment

Before traveling home, recovery, mobility and the further rehabilitation plan are assessed.

10. Follow-up from home

Where appropriate, further consultation can take place remotely after your return.

The Complete Short-Stem Hip Replacement Package

Surgery, recovery and rehabilitation in Germany

Depending on the individual treatment plan, the package can include:

Medical

Review of medical records and X-rays
Specialist assessment by Prof. Kutzner
Personal consultation
Individual implant planning
Short stem total hip replacement
Implant
Anesthesia
Perioperative medical care
Private clinical stay
Postoperative examination

Rehabilitation

Early mobilization
Physiotherapy
Gait training
Stair training
Individual rehabilitation
Medical training where appropriate
Preparation for independent daily activities

Stay in Germany

ENDO Apartment
Accommodation options for an accompanying person depending on availability
Coordination of appointments
Support with local organization
Optional assistance with transportation

Before returning home

Final medical assessment
Wound assessment
Mobility assessment
Rehabilitation recommendations
Medical documentation
Travel recommendations

After returning home

Rehabilitation plan
Remote follow-up where medically appropriate
Video consultation with Prof. Kutzner where required

How long do I need to stay in Germany?

International patients should plan sufficient time not only for the operation, but also for the first phase of recovery before flying home.

The appropriate length of stay depends on the patient's medical condition, recovery and travel distance.

A typical international pathway may combine:

Private clinical treatment
followed by

recovery and rehabilitation in an ENDO apartment.

For many international patients, an overall stay of approximately 10–14 days may be considered, but the recommended duration is determined individually.

Patients traveling long distances may be advised to stay longer depending on their individual situation.

How much does Short-Stem Hip Replacement cost in Germany?

Transparent pricing without standardized medicine

The cost of treatment is understandably important when considering surgery abroad.

At ENDOPROTHETICUM International, patients receive an individual cost estimate before deciding whether to travel to Germany.

Complete Short-Stem Hip Replacement Package

Packages from €14,000

Depending on the selected package, this can include surgery, implant, anesthesia, clinical treatment, rehabilitation and accommodation.

The final cost depends on the individual medical situation, required treatment, length of stay and selected services.

After reviewing your medical information, we provide a transparent personal treatment proposal.

Why Mainz, Germany?

ENDOPROTHETICUM is located in Mainz in the Frankfurt Rhine-Main region – one of Germany's best-connected international regions.

Frankfurt International Airport can be reached in approximately 20 minutes by car.

This provides convenient international access while allowing patients to recover outside the environment of a large metropolitan hospital.

Specialist consultation, surgery, rehabilitation and accommodation can be coordinated within the ENDOPROTHETICUM treatment concept.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is a short-stem hip replacement a complete hip replacement?

Yes. A short-stem total hip replacement replaces both sides of the hip joint, including the femoral head and the acetabular joint surface. “Short stem” refers to the design of the femoral component.

Is a short-stem hip replacement only suitable for young patients?

No. Age alone does not determine suitability. Bone quality, anatomy, diagnosis and other individual factors are important when selecting an implant.

Does a short stem preserve more bone?

Short-stem implants are designed to preserve more proximal femoral bone than many conventional long-stem designs. The exact amount and clinical relevance depend on the implant and individual anatomy.

Is short-stem hip replacement minimally invasive?

These are two different concepts. “Short stem” describes the implant, while “minimally invasive” describes aspects of the surgical approach. Both concepts can be combined where medically appropriate.

Which short-stem implant does Prof. Kutzner use?

Implant selection is based on the individual patient's anatomy, bone quality and clinical requirements. The appropriate implant concept is discussed as part of surgical planning.

Can you assess whether I am suitable before I travel?

Yes. International patients are encouraged to submit current X-rays and medical records before making travel arrangements.

I have already been advised to have a conventional hip replacement. Can I get a second opinion?

Yes. Your imaging can be reviewed specifically to assess whether a short-stem concept may be an appropriate alternative.

How soon can I walk after surgery?

Early mobilization is an important part of the treatment concept. The exact timing and level of weight bearing depend on the operation and individual clinical situation.

When can I fly home?

The timing of air travel is assessed individually according to recovery, medical risk factors and flight duration.

How much does treatment cost?

After medical review, international patients receive an individual treatment proposal and cost estimate before making a final decision.

Your first step does not require traveling to Germany

Let Prof. Kutzner assess your hip first

If you have been advised to undergo hip replacement and would like to know whether a modern short-stem concept may be suitable for you, send us your X-rays and medical information.

You can start the entire process from home.

1. Upload your X-rays

2. Tell us about your hip problem

3. Receive a specialist assessment

4. Discuss your options

5. Receive your personal treatment plan and cost estimate

Only then decide whether treatment in Germany is right for you.

CHECK IF I AM SUITABLE FOR A SHORT-STEM HIP REPLACEMENT

ENDOPROTHETICUM International

Short-Stem Hip Replacement in Germany

Prof. Dr. Karl Philipp Kutzner
Specialist in Hip & Knee Arthroplasty

Mainz · Frankfurt Rhine-Main · Germany