Key Points Several key steps are required to maximize the chance of a successful reconstruction and durable long-term fixation: Obtain excellent acetabular exposure and visualization. Minimize bone damage during prior implant removal. Cancellous bone grafting of contained bone defects. Maximize…
Key Points Patients with metabolic bone disease have a heterogeneous variety of disorders with very different pathophysiologies and associated decision-making and technical challenges related to hip surgery. The most common metabolic bone problems leading to total hip arthroplasty (THA) are…
Key Points The anterolateral approach to the hip retains the posterior capsule and external rotators, which may enhance hip stability. The anterolateral approach reduces hip dislocation compared with the posterior approach. Patients at higher risk for postoperative dislocation—such as those…