title: The omega lateral approach to the hip.
abstract: We describe a modified lateral approach to the hip which exploits the function continuity of gluteus medius and vastus lateralis and their dense crescentic attachment to the greater trochanter. The gluteus medius is not incised or split, but is detached and mobilised with gluteus minimus as one unit. This facilitates reattachment of the glutei and helps to preserve abductor function.
authors.affiliation: University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Bristol Royal Infirmary, England.
authors.forename: I D
authors.initials: ID
authors.lastname: Learmonth
authors.forename: P E
authors.initials: PE
authors.lastname: Allen
mesh_terms: D005206:Fascia Lata / Q000601:surgery; D006622:Hip Prosthesis / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D009132:Muscles / Q000601:surgery; D010027:Osteotomy / Q000379:methods; D013536:Suture Techniques; D013848:Thigh