Case-Controlled Analysis of the Direct Superior and Mini-Posterior Approach for Total Hip Arthroplasty at a Minimum of Two Years of Follow Up

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rami Ezzibdeh ◽  
Moritz Korth ◽  
Prerna Arora ◽  
Derek Amanatullah
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Posterior Approach ◽  
Safety Data ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Iliotibial Band ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Same Day Discharge ◽  
Superior Approach

Introduction: The direct superior approach to total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a recently developed technique aimed at sparing the iliotibial band, obturator externus tendon, and quadratus femoris muscle while working within the familiar anatomical landscape of the posterior approach. While the direct superior approach has been used for more than a decade, there is a lack of midterm outcomes and safety data. This study elaborates on promising short-term results and aims to investigate the midterm outcomes of the direct superior approach. Materials and Methods: We present a unicentric, retrospective case-controlled analysis of a minimum two-year follow up of the direct superior approach in comparison to those of the more conventional and established mini-posterior approach. Results: The results indicate that patient recovery, as measured by Harris Hip Score and timed-up-and-go at three months and two years, are virtually identical. There was no difference in gait aid utilization or frequency of narcotic use. However, there was a statistically significant reduction in length of stay by over one day associated with the direct superior approach (p=0.003). There was no compromise in acetabular component position or observed lucencies over time. Conclusion: Overall, the direct superior approach appears to be safe and warrants longer-term study to evaluate its effect on hospital-related cost, same-day discharge, and hip stability.

The direct superior approach in total hip arthroplasty

2019 ◽  
Vol 80 (6) ◽  
pp. 320-324 ◽  
Author(s):  
Babar Kayani ◽  
Sujith Konan ◽  
Raja Chandramohan ◽  
Fares S Haddad
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Minimally Invasive ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Posterior Approach ◽  
Soft Tissue Injury ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Iliotibial Band ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Functional Scores ◽  
Superior Approach

The direct superior approach is a modification of the minimally invasive posterior approach for total hip arthroplasty which preserves the iliotibial band and external rotators except for the piriformis or conjoint tendon. This review explores the existing scientific evidence on clinical, functional and radiological outcomes in total hip arthroplasty performed using the direct superior approach. The direct superior approach reduces iatrogenic periarticular soft tissue injury compared to the direct anterior approach for total hip arthroplasty. The learning curve for the direct superior approach is 40 operative cases with operative times comparable to those of conventional approaches for total hip arthroplasty after surgical proficiency has been achieved. The direct superior approach provides improvements in pain and short-term functional outcomes after total hip arthroplasty as assessed using the Harris Hip Score. The minimally invasive posterior approach provides comparable pain scores and improved University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) activity scale functional scores to the direct superior approach at 1-year follow up. Existing studies using plain radiographs have shown that the direct superior approach enables accurate femoral and acetabular implant positioning.

A prospective randomised comparison of earlier function after total hip arthroplasty with a mini posterior approach or supercapsular percutaneously-assisted total hip approach: a gait analysis study

2021 ◽  
pp. 112070002110184
Author(s):  
Andrey A Korytkin ◽  
Younes M El Moudni ◽  
Yana S Novikova ◽  
Kirill A Kovaldov ◽  
Ekaterina A Morozova
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Gait Analysis ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Posterior Approach ◽  
Gait Velocity ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Kinematic Parameters ◽  
Gait Patterns ◽  
Total Hip

Background: The supercapsular percutaneously-assisted total hip (SuperPATH) approach is a muscle sparing surgical technique for total hip arthroplasty (THA). The literature reports good clinical and functional results of the SuperPATH technique in the short term. We aimed to compare early outcomes and gait analysis of THA using the mini posterior approach (MPA) and supercapsular percutaneously-assisted total hip (SuperPATH) approach. Methods: 44 patients who underwent THA, were randomly allocated to either MPA or SuperPATH. The data were then collected prospectively (preoperatively and postoperatively at 6 weeks). Plain anteroposterior radiographs of the pelvis and instrumental gait analysis were obtained. The visual analogue scale (VAS), Harris Hip Score (HHS) and Hip disability and Osteoarthritis Outcome Scores (HOOS) were used to assess functional and clinical outcomes. Results: No significant difference was found in patients’ surgical outcomes. Patients in the SuperPATH group had less pain according to the VAS score at follow-up than the MPA group ( p < 0.01). There was also a significant improvement in HHS and HOOS scores for all patients ( p < 0.001) with the SuperPATH group showing superior changes. The comparison of mean differences in gait velocity between preoperative and 6 weeks postoperative result, revealed improvement in the SuperPATH group over the MPA group ( p = 0.06). Limping was more persistent in the MPA group. Kinematic parameters demonstrated improved hip joint excursion slightly higher in the MPA group. There was no significant improvement in kinetic and kinematic parameters at different walking moments for all patients at 6 weeks compared to preoperative gait patterns. Conclusions: SuperPATH and MPA both show excellent results. This study reveals that the SuperPATH technique was associated with lower postoperative pain levels, and higher physical function and quality of life. Improved functional outcomes allowed earlier postoperative rehabilitation and faster recovery. Specific improvement in gait patterns were identified with nonsignificant differences between the 2 approaches at 6 weeks follow-up.

Excellent Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes with Direct Superior Total Hip Arthroplasty with a Minimum of Two-Year Follow Up

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Moritz Sharabianlou ◽  
Prerna Arora ◽  
Derek Amanatullah
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Functional Recovery ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Case Series ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Timed Up And Go ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Radiologic Evaluation ◽  
Superior Approach

This study aims to establish the midterm safety and performance for the direct superior approach to minimally invasive surgery total hip arthroplasty (MIS-THA). We used a unicentric, single-surgeon, retrospective, consecutive case series analysis of the first 40 patients who received primary unilateral direct superior MIS-THA. Special attention was given to functional recovery by measuring Harris Hip Score (HHS) and timed-up-and-go (TUG) with a mean follow up of 2.2 ± 0.4 years. A radiologic evaluation was performed. HHS and TUG improved significantly at three months and one year (p < 0.001). All components were placed within the Lewinnek safe zone with no change position or signs of loosening at two years. With a minimum of two years of follow up, the direct superior approach appears to be safe without any obvious or consistent postoperative complications—clinically or radiographically—with excellent functional recovery. Additionally, our subgroup analysis supported no late learning curve effect.

scholarly journals Lower Dislocation Rate Following Total Hip Arthroplasty via Direct Anterior Approach than via Posterior Approach: Five-Year-Average Follow-Up Results

2015 ◽  
Vol 9 (1) ◽  
pp. 157-162 ◽  
Author(s):  
Sachiyuki Tsukada ◽  
Motohiro Wakui
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Anterior Approach ◽  
Posterior Approach ◽  
Direct Anterior Approach ◽  
Dislocation Rate ◽  
Rank Test ◽  
Consecutive Series ◽  
Total Hip

Objective: The aim of the study was to compare the dislocation rate between total hip arthroplasty (THA) via direct anterior approach (DAA) and via posterior approach (PA). Methods: We compared a consecutive series of 139 THAs via DAA with 177 THAs via PA. All study patients received ceramic-on-ceramic bearing surfaces and similar uncemented prostheses. Dislocation-free survival after THA was estimated using the Kaplan–Meier survival method and compared between groups using the log-rank test. Results: In the DAA group, none of 139 hips experienced dislocations in five-year-average follow-up. In the PA group, seven hips experienced dislocations among 177 hips (4 %). The dislocation was significantly less in the DAA group compared to the PA group (p = 0.033). Conclusion: The dislocation rate of THA via DAA was significantly less than that of THA via PA.

scholarly journals A 10-Year Follow-Up of Two-Incision and Modified Watson-Jones Total Hip Arthroplasty in Patients with Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head

2017 ◽  
Vol 2017 ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Shih-Jie Lin ◽  
Tsan-Wen Huang ◽  
Po-Chun Lin ◽  
Feng-Chih Kuo ◽  
Kuo-Ti Peng ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Femoral Head ◽  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Functional Outcomes ◽  
Large Scale ◽  
Operation Time ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Radiographic Parameters

Long-term data and information indicating whether minimally invasive surgery (MIS) approaches are safe and effective with total hip arthroplasty (THA) are lacking. Between 2004 and 2006, 75 patients with alcohol-related osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) who underwent 75 THAs with the two-incision approach were studied. The medical records, radiographic parameters, and functional outcomes were collected prospectively. All data were compared with those for matched patients who underwent a modified Watson-Jones (WJ) approach. THA using the two-incision approach was associated with longer operation time, more blood loss, more lateral femoral cutaneous nerve injury, and more periprosthetic femoral fractures (p<0.05for all four) than the modified WJ approach. The Harris Hip Score (HHS) and Western Ontario and McMaster University Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC) increased significantly from the period preoperatively to 6 weeks postoperatively and thereafter up to the last follow-up in both groups. However, there were no significant differences in terms of radiographic parameters and functional outcomes between the two groups throughout the study period. Both the two-incision and the modified WJ approach provided satisfactory results and survival rates at a mean follow-up of 10.8 years. A prospective, randomized, large-scale cohort study is still warranted for evidence-based recommendations.

scholarly journals Ten-year comparison of two different techniques for femoral bone cavity preparation—broaching versus compaction in patients with cementless total hip arthroplasty

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (12) ◽  
pp. 1035-1042
Author(s):  
Maciej Okowinski ◽  
Mette Holm Hjorth ◽  
Sebastian Breddam Mosegaard ◽  
Jonathan Hugo Jürgens-Lahnstein ◽  
Stig Storgaard Jakobsen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Clinical Outcomes ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Femoral Bone ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Stem Subsidence ◽  
Femur Fractures

Aims Femoral bone preparation using compaction technique has been shown to preserve bone and improve implant fixation in animal models. No long-term clinical outcomes are available. There are no significant long-term differences between compaction and broaching techniques for primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) in terms of migration, clinical, and radiological outcomes. Methods A total of 28 patients received one-stage bilateral primary THA with cementless femoral stems (56 hips). They were randomized to compaction on one femur and broaching on the contralateral femur. Overall, 13 patients were lost to the ten-year follow-up leaving 30 hips to be evaluated in terms of stem migration (using radiostereometry), radiological changes, Harris Hip Score, Oxford Hip Score, and complications. Results Over a mean follow-up period of 10.6 years, the mean stem subsidence was similar between groups, with a mean of -1.20 mm (95% confidence interval (CI) -2.28 to -0.12) in the broaching group and a mean of -0.73 mm (95% CI -1.65 to 0.20) in the compaction group (p = 0.07). The long-term migration patterns of all stems were similar. The clinical and radiological outcomes were similar between groups. There were two intraoperative fractures in the compaction group that were fixed with cable wire and healed without complications. No stems were revised. Conclusion Similar stem subsidence and radiological and clinical outcomes were identified after the use of compaction and broaching techniques of the femur at long-term follow-up. Only the compaction group had intraoperative periprosthetic femur fractures, but there were no long-term consequences of these. Cite this article: Bone Jt Open 2021;2(12):1035–1042.

scholarly journals Study of functional outcome of total hip arthroplasty in a series of cases of hip pathologies done in rural population

2016 ◽  
Vol 2 (4) ◽  
pp. 269
Author(s):  
Rahul Kadam ◽  
Pankaj Bansal ◽  
Abhay Chhallani
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Functional Outcome ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Rural Population ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Controlled Study ◽  
Walking Ability ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Medical College

<p class="abstract"><strong>Background:</strong> The objective of the study was to assess the functional outcome of total hip arthroplasty (THA) done in a series of cases of hip pathologies rural population.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Methods:</strong> A retrospective randomized controlled study conducted in 50 cases of hip arthritis (38 males and 12 females)  treated with uncemented THA for an average follow-up of  2 years  at department of orthopedics MGM Medical College, Kamothe, Navi Mumbai. Harris hip scoring system was used for the functional scoring and the postoperative radiographs were assessed by Gruen zones for the femoral component and DeLee and Charnley zones for the acetabular component. All patients were evaluated pre operatively and post operatively 3 months 6 months, 12months, 2years with Harris Hip score.<strong></strong></p><p class="abstract"><strong>Results:</strong> 81% of our patients scored 85 points or better for a rating of excellent by Harris hip score system. 90% patients had little /no pain post operatively, whereas walking ability improved and was unlimited in 80% of the patients post operatively. Harris hip score improved from 40 to 80. 80.5% -excellent, 13.80% -good, 5.7% -fair results. Poor results were not seen in any patient.</p><p class="abstract"><strong>Conclusions:</strong> THR provided excellent pain relief, adequate stability, and remarkable range of motion in severely painful, refractory hip. A significant improvement was seen at two year follow-up. </p>

scholarly journals Subchondral drilling for chondral flaps reduces the risk of total hip arthroplasty in femoroacetabular impingement surgery at minimum five years follow-up

2018 ◽  
Vol 29 (2) ◽  
pp. 191-197 ◽  
Author(s):  
Pascal C Haefeli ◽  
Moritz Tannast ◽  
Martin Beck ◽  
Klaus A Siebenrock ◽  
Lorenz Büchler
Keyword(s):  
Los Angeles ◽  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Femoroacetabular Impingement ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Dislocation ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Control Group ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Tönnis Grade

Introduction: The best treatment of acetabular chondral flaps during surgery for femoroacetabular impingement (FAI) is unknown. We asked if subchondral drilling improves clinical and radiographic outcome and if there are factors predicting failure. Methods: We treated 79 patients with symptomatic FAI and acetabular chondral flaps with surgical hip dislocation between January 2000 and December 2007. Exclusion of all patients with previous hip pathology or trauma resulted in 62 patients (80 hips). The chondral flap was slightly debrided in 43 patients/51 hips (control group). In 28 patients/29 hips (study group), additional osseous drilling was performed. 4 patients (5 hips, 6%) were lost to follow-up. Mean follow-up was 9 years (5–13 years). The groups did not differ in demographic data, radiographic parameters or follow-up. Clinical outcome was assessed with the Merle d’Aubigné score, modified Harris Hip Score and University of California Los Angeles activity score and progression of osteoarthritis with the Tönnis grade. Results: No patient underwent conversion to total hip arthroplasty (THA) in the drilling group compared to 7 patients (8 hips, 16%) in the control group ( p = 0.005); in the remaining hips, clinical scores and progression of Tönnis grade did not differ. Increased acetabular coverage, age and body mass index were univariate predictive factors for conversion to THA. No drilling was as an independent predictive factor for conversion to THA (hazard ratio 58.07, p = 0.009). Conclusion: Subchondral drilling under acetabular chondral flaps during surgical treatment of FAI is an effective procedure to reduce the rate of conversion to THA.

Midterm outcomes of total hip arthroplasty with a modular Birmingham head

2019 ◽  
pp. 112070001987738 ◽  
Author(s):  
Duncan W Cushnie ◽  
Brent A Lanting ◽  
Richard McCalden ◽  
Douglas DR Naudie ◽  
James L Howard
Keyword(s):  
Soft Tissue ◽  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Femoral Stem ◽  
Tissue Reaction ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Tissue Reactions ◽  
Clinical Records

Introduction: Birmingham Hip Resurfacing (BHR) implants may be combined with a conventional femoral stem to create a modular metal-on-metal total hip arthroplasty (BHR MoM THA). There is little outcome data regarding this construct. This study examines midterm outcomes of BHR MoM THA compared to oxidised zirconium total hip arthroplasty (THA). Methods: A retrospective institutional review identified all patients receiving BHR MoM THA between April 2005 and February 2011 and a matched control cohort of zirconium THA patients. Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index (WOMAC), Harris Hip Score (HHS), and SF-12 Health status scores were obtained. Revisions and complications were collected from clinical records. Radiographs were assessed for evidence of component malposition, loosening, osteolysis, or heterotopic ossification. Results: 63 modular BHR MoM THA were identified in 61 patients (36 with BHR cups, 27 with R3 cups) and 63 zirconium THA in 58 matched controls. Mean follow-up was 58 months. 14 BHR MoM THA hips (22.2%) were revised (4 infections, 1 dislocation, 9 soft tissue reactions) compared to 3 (4.8%) zirconium THA (all infections). At latest follow-up, 18.4% of surviving BHR MoM THA hips were painful compared to 0.5% of zirconium THA controls ( p < 0.001). WOMAC, HHS, and SF-12 did not differ significantly between surviving members of the 2 groups. Discussion: BHR MoM THA demonstrated a high revision rate, largely for adverse local soft tissue reaction and pain. Among those not revised, many reported some residual pain despite similar quality of life measures to those who received zirconium THA.

scholarly journals A Mid- to Long-Term Follow-Up Experience with a Specific Metal-on-Metal Total Hip Arthroplasty Design

Joints ◽  
2020 ◽  
Author(s):  
Christian Carulli ◽  
Giacomo Sani ◽  
Fabrizio Matassi ◽  
Roberto Civinini ◽  
Massimo Innocenti
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Acetabular Component ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Systemic Complications ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Metal On Metal ◽  
Long Term Follow Up

Abstract Purrpose Metal-on-metal (MoM) total hip arthroplasty (THA) has been a subject of recent discussion and concern due to the early failures caused by local and systemic adverse reactions related to specific designs. The aim of this study is to analyze the outcomes and survival rates of a single brand of MoM implants implanted in a consecutive series of patients at a single institution. Methods Between 2007 and 2012, 116 (118 hips) patients were evaluated at a mean follow-up of 6.6 years after primary THA. The diagnosis leading to surgery was osteoarthritis (80 patients) and proximal femoral fracture (36 patients). A single design of THA was implanted. All patients were evaluated before surgery and postoperatively at 1, 3, 6, and 12 months by clinical scores and radiographic studies. The data analysis was made using Student's t-test. Results The minimum follow-up was of 4 years, with a mean follow-up of 6.6 years. Two aseptic loosenings of the acetabular component were recorded (one per group), which were not associated with local or systemic complications related to metal ion release. Both were revised by an isolated acetabular cup substitution with metal-on-polyethylene couplings. Nonprogressive radiolucency lines < 2 mm in zone 2 were observed in other six patients around the acetabular component without clinical manifestation (four in the arthritis group and two in the fracture group). Postoperative Harris Hip Score and SF-36 (36-Item Short Form Survey) score improved in both groups. Conclusion Despite several MoM implants showing early complications and failures, a specific MoM design may be associated with good clinical results at a mid- to long-term follow-up. Level of Evidence This is a therapeutic case series, Level 4 study.

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