Orthopedics
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Comparative Study
Modular cementless total hip arthroplasty for hip infection sequelae.
Childhood hip infection may produce significant anatomical deformations leading to the premature onset of secondary osteoarthritis. Total hip arthroplasty (THA) in these patient populations can be technically challenging and has been associated with high complication rates. ⋯ The complication rate, including one recurrent infection, was relatively low. Cementless THA with use of a modular stem coupled with a metal-backed socket was found to be an effective and reliable treatment option for patients with the late sequelae of infective hip arthritis.
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Review Comparative Study
A common sense approach to minimally invasive total hip replacement.
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Review Comparative Study
Surface replacement solutions for the arthritic hip.
Surface replacement is a conservative treatment for young, active patients with hip osteoarthritis. It provides an increased range of motion as the result of a larger diameter head and improved wear characteristics because of the metal-on-metal articulation as well as an extremely low dislocation rate and increased patient function. While early results are encouraging, long-term outcomes are necessary to define and delineate the role of surface replacement arthroplasty in the treatment of significant hip arthritis.