How do I get out of this jam? Early postoperative problems of primary total hip arthroplasty.
Acute postoperative problems associated with total hip arthroplasty typically require prompt attention. Because the circumstances surrounding these problems provide limited time for consultation or literature review, effective management depends on the surgeon being aware of treatment options and favored treatment methods and executing the best treatments. Surgeons should be aware of management strategies for the most common and difficult early postoperative complications after primary total hip arthroplasty, including wound problems, periprosthetic femur fractures, nerve dysfunction, and venous thromboembolism. State-of-the-art knowledge will help the treating surgeon successfully manage complications.
Professor of Orthopaedic Surgery, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, Illinois.
Craig J
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Della Valle
Vincent D
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Pellegrini
Scott M
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Sporer
Steven T
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Woolson
Daniel J
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Berry
D019644:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip / Q000379:methods*; D006622:Hip Prosthesis; D006801:Humans; D015207:Osteoarthritis, Hip / Q000601:surgery*; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000517:prevention & control*; D013997:Time Factors