Which surgical procedure replaces the femoral head and the acetabulum with a metal ball and stem?

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Total hip replacement involves replacing both the femoral head and the acetabulum with a metal ball and stem. Acetabulotomy involves making a surgical incision into the acetabulum, Femorolysis is the surgical release of adhesions around the femur, Arthroplasty is a general term for joint reconstruction or replacement, and osteoplasty involves reshaping or contouring bone.

Which Surgical Procedure Replaces the Femoral Head and the Acetabulum