
Similar outcomes for lateral vs posterior approach for hemiarthroplasty in hip fracture

Similar outcomes for lateral vs posterior approach for hemiarthroplasty in hip fracture
Lateral versus posterior approach for insertion of hemiarthroplasties for hip fractures: A randomised trial of 216 patients
Injury. 2015 Jun;46(6):1023-7Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
216 patients with an intracapsular hip fracture were randomized to either a lateral or posterior approach for the insertion of a cemented hemiarthroplasty. The purpose of this study was to determine the optimal approach for hemiarthroplasty in hip fracture surgery. Findings showed comparable outcomes in terms of mortality, degree of residual pain and recovered walking ability between the two surgi...
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