Direct Anterior Approach for Total Hip Arthroplasty: Implant, Instrument and Approach

The goal of total hip arthroplasty is to restore native biomechanics and function to the diseased joint while preserving the soft tissue envelope and muscular attachments. The direct anterior approach for total hip arthroplasty has seen a significant increase in popularity for both surgeon and patient alike, based on the reported ability to access the joint with less insult to the soft tissue and musculature structures about the hip. In light of this popularity, the development of approach-specific implants, instruments and operating table set-up has also accelerated.

Source: Operative Techniques in Orthopaedics - May 30, 2017 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Jason P. Zlotnicki, Michael J. O ′Malley Source Type: research