title: Current approaches in haemophilic arthropathy of the hip.
abstract: The hip is considered to be one of the main load bearing joints of the body. In the haemophilic patient joint bleeds can be catastrophic, leading to long-term joint degeneration and accompanying arthritis. In this review we explore the mechanisms of joint destruction, with particular consideration of the anatomy of the hip and how it may influence disease progression. We also review current strategies for treatment including hip replacement in the haemophilic patient and describe our experiences as a unit. Finally we evaluate future prospects in the management of hip disease in haemophilia.
authors.affiliation: The Royal Free Hospital, London, UK.
authors.forename: H A
authors.initials: HA
authors.lastname: Mann
authors.forename: M Z B
authors.initials: MZ
authors.lastname: Choudhury
authors.forename: D J
authors.initials: DJ
authors.lastname: Allen
authors.forename: C A
authors.initials: CA
authors.lastname: Lee
authors.forename: N J
authors.initials: NJ
authors.lastname: Goddard
mesh_terms: D019644:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D006395:Hemarthrosis / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery*; D006467:Hemophilia A / Q000150:complications / Q000601:surgery*; D006488:Hemostasis, Surgical / Q000009:adverse effects / Q000379:methods*; D006621:Hip Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D006801:Humans; D015207:Osteoarthritis, Hip / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D011859:Radiography; D055502:Secondary Prevention