A modified direct lateral approach in total hip arthroplasty.
A modified lateral approach of Hardinge allows adequate access for orientation of the implant was described. Although this approach is more difficult than the posterior approach, there is a learning curve, when mastered, it ll definitely reduce the incidence of dislocation. In the Author s opinion, this approach should be used routinely for total hip arthroplasty for fractured neck of femur where the incidence of dislocation is unacceptably high using the posterior approach.
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Healthcare Hawkes Bay, Hastings, New Zealand. vasu_chitra@clear.net.nz
D019644:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip / Q000379:methods*; D005265:Femoral Neck Fractures / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D016896:Treatment Outcome