Approaches for revision total hip replacement.
Journal Article (Journal Article)
Choosing the approach for revision total hip replacement is an essential part of surgical planning and should be done well before the patient enters the operating room. Planning includes selecting patient positioning, the location of the incision, techniques for managing previous incisions, the needed exposure equipment, and the steps needed to extend the exposure. More extensive exposure on both the acetabular and femoral sides is often required in revision surgery.
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Duke Authors
Cited Authors
- Jiranek, W
Published Date
- 2012
Published In
Volume / Issue
- 61 /
Start / End Page
- 295 - 302
PubMed ID
- 22301241
International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)
- 0065-6895
Language
- eng
Conference Location
- United States