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Use of novel retraction device after direct anterior THA does not improve wound cosmesis
March 2015
Use of novel retraction device after direct anterior THA does not improve wound cosmesis
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Evaluation of wound healing after direct anterior total hip arthroplasty with use of a novel retraction device
Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2015 Jan;44(1):E17-24.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
48 patients (50 surgical incisions) scheduled to undergo direct anterior total hip arthroplasty were randomized to have surgery with or without a ring retractor. This was done to determine whether the intraoperative use of a ring retractor for total hip arthroplasty allowed for improved scar cosmesis. Surgeons rated scar healing based on the Stony Brook Scar Evaluation Scale and the modified Manch...
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