Arthrodesis
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: This chapter outlines the advantages and disadvantages of hip arthrodesis. Patient selection and the possibility of revision to a total hip arthroplasty in the future are…
Salvage Osteotomy
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: This chapter outlines the indications, surgical technique, and anticipated complications of the Chiari osteotomy for the treatment of osteoarthritis of the hip secondary to acetabular dysplasia….
Surgical Dislocation of the Adult Hip for Treatment of Femoroacetabular Impingement
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Femoroacetabular impingement is a pathologic condition in which structural abnormalities of the femoral head-neck junction and/or acetabulum result in repetitive abutment between the proximal femur and…
Total Hip Arthroplasty in Developmental Dysplasia of the Hip
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Dysplasia of the hip is a common cause of secondary arthritis of the hip. These cases are complex and challenging to the arthroplasty surgeon. The normal…
Proximal Femoral Osteotomy
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Abnormal morphology of the proximal femur can compromise hip joint mechanics and result in pathologic contact pressures and progressive joint degeneration. Correction of the primary deformity…
Acetabular Component Options in Total Hip Arthroplasty
Chapter Preview SYNOPSIS This chapter reviews the history of acetabular component development, from cemented all-polyethylene components to uncemented porous-coated cups. It describes first- and second-generation component designs and discusses their…
The Primary Cemented Femoral Stem
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: The history of cemented femoral stems dates back to the pioneer of the hip replacement, Sir John Charnley. Understanding the scientific and historical rationale behind cemented…
Preoperative Planning for Hip Surgery
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS: Preoperative evaluation for total hip arthroplasty requires obtaining a thorough history and physical examination, the proper radiographic studies, and templating. The goals of preoperative evaluation are…
Clinical Evaluation of the Failed or Painful Total Hip Arthroplasty
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Evaluation of the painful or failed total hip replacement begins with a thorough history and physical examination. The clinician must be aware of the wide differential…
Hip Arthroscopy
Chapter Preview CHAPTER SYNOPSIS Hip arthroscopy is an emerging field in the treatment of hip disease. Because of anatomic restraints, it presents unique surgical challenges. However, given proper indications and…
