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Direct Anterior Approach for Total Hip Arthroplasty

Orthopedic Clinics of North America, ISSN: 0030-5898, Vol: 40, Issue: 3, Page: 321-328
2009
  • 99
    Citations
  • 0
    Usage
  • 88
    Captures
  • 2
    Mentions
  • 0
    Social Media
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  • Citations
    99
  • Captures
    88
  • Mentions
    2
    • News Mentions
      1
      • News
        1
    • References
      1
      • Wikipedia
        1

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This article describes the surgical technique for total hip arthroplasty using the single-incision direct anterior approach. The authors believe the direct anterior approach has significant advantages, including minimal soft tissue trauma, resulting in faster postoperative mobilization and rehabilitation. The small incision scar also results in better cosmesis.

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