Anterior Approach in THA Improves Outcomes by Joseph T. Moskal, MD 2011

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September 2011

…In 2009, a study comparing the direct anterior approach and the mini-posterior approach for THA was conducted. One hundred ninety-five THAs (182 consecutive patients) were performed by a single, highly experienced surgeon. The results demonstrated more rapid recovery of hip function and gait ability after THAs performed through an anterior approach as compared to a mini-posterior approach…… Read the Rest