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THA: Superior early outcomes with direct anterior compared to postero-lateral approach
January 2014
THA: Superior early outcomes with direct anterior compared to postero-lateral approach
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:2
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
Prospective Randomized Study of Direct Anterior vs Postero-Lateral Approach for Total Hip Arthroplasty
J Arthroplasty. 2013 Oct;28(9):1634-8Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
87 patients undergoing a non-cemented primary total hip arthroplasty for non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease (NIDJD) were randomized to comparatively evaluate the efficacy of the direct anterior approach (DAA) compared to the postero-lateral approach (PA), over 12 months. Patients were primarily assessed for the ability to climb stairs normally and walk unlimited, along with several other ...
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