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Arthrodesis and Resection Arthroplasty of the Hip

Key Points Indications for arthrodesis of the hip include young active patients with arthritis in whom other forms of reconstruction will likely fail at an unacceptably high rate. Surgical technique greatly influences outcome; sparing the abductor mechanism is key for…

Direct Anterior Approach With Special Table for Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty

Key Points The direct anterior approach (DAA) is the only intermuscular, internervous approach to the hip. A specialized orthopedic table enables facile exposure of the femur for implantation. Early functional recovery may be gained by patients with the DAA. Care…