ArticleAdvanced biomedical research2025
A Comparative Analysis of Functional Outcomes between Lateral and Posterolateral Approaches in Total Hip Arthroplasty.
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- Gait and function after total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis of the Hardinge versus posterolateral approaches.BMC musculoskeletal disorders · 2026Pooled it
- A Comparative Study of Functional Outcome Following Total Hip Replacement by Posterolateral and Anterolateral Approach.Journal of orthopaedic case reports · 2026Article
- Prediction of Inpatient Rehabilitation Length, Discharge Destination and Home-Care Needs After Total Hip and Knee Arthroplasty for Osteoarthritis: A Follow-Up Study on 1.679 Patients.Journal of clinical medicine · 2026Article
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Abstract
Background: Total hip arthroplasty (THA) stands as the definitive gold standard treatment for degenerative hip disorders. Various approaches have been proposed for THA, each with its own set of advantages and disadvantages. This study aimed to compare the initial functional outcomes of the lateral and posterolateral approaches to determine the approach with superior functional outcomes. Materials and Methods: Through a retrospective cohort study, THA candidates over a 1-year period were analyzed. Patients who underwent surgery via the lateral or posterolateral approaches were included. Demographic characteristics of patients and postoperative outcomes were compared. Patients were followed up for 1 and 6 months to evaluate their functional outcomes using the Harris Hip Score (HHS). Results: A total of 50 THA candidates, divided into two groups of lateral (N = 25) and posterolateral (N = 25) approaches, were evaluated in this study. Comparison of demographic data revealed a significant difference in height and body mass index between the two groups ( Conclusion: The results of this study demonstrate no significant difference between the outcomes of the lateral and posterolateral approaches for THA. The choice of the optimal THA approach remains contingent on the surgeon's experience and the patient's preference.
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