Module: Surgical approaches to the hip for total hip arthroplasty

Introduction

Total hip arthroplasty (THA) has revolutionized the treatment of hip arthritis. The procedure can be performed using a variety of surgical approaches, each with unique advantages and disadvantages. This module aims at reviewing the various surgical approaches for THA and provides pros and cons based on clinical outcomes. Expert surgeons debate on the best surgical approach to perform in THA and discuss associated dislocation rates.

Pre-requisites

A good understanding of the basic principles of Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) and hip anatomy

What you will learn

Describe and discuss the pros and cons of the surgical approaches for total hip arthroplasty
Understand the benefits and techniques for minimally invasive approaches
Learn from surgical ‘tips and tricks’ shared by peers

Contributors

Dr Mathias Bostrom, United States of America
Dr John Masonis, United States of America
Dr Richard McCalden, Canada
Dr José Rodriguez, United States of America

Accreditations

Royal College of Surgeons of England (RCS Eng)

Royal College of Surgeons of England*

_{*This Smith+Nephew Medical Education eLearning content is accredited by the RCS (Royal College of Surgeons of England) as part of the centre accreditation. Y}_{ou will receive a certificate of attendance upon full completion of the module.}

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Surgical approaches to the hip for total hip arthroplasty

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