Conversion of hip arthrodesis to total joint arthroplasty.

Journal Article (Journal Article)

Conversion of a hip arthrodesis to a total joint arthroplasty is an uncommon procedure compared to the standard or revision total hip replacement. In this report, two illustrative cases are presented in which conversion to a total joint arthroplasty was performed, and a review of the literature for indications, complications, contraindications, and outcomes of this procedure is provided.

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Duke Authors

Cited Authors

  • Attarian, DE; Southworth, S

Published Date

  • January 1995

Published In

Volume / Issue

  • 30 / 1

Start / End Page

  • 37 - 42

PubMed ID

  • 10150256

International Standard Serial Number (ISSN)

  • 0194-8458

Language

  • eng

Conference Location

  • United States