Importance Controversy exists about the preferred surgical approach for total hip
arthroplasty (THA). Objective To determine whether an anterior approach is associated with …

Background and purpose—Systematic comparisons of anterior approach (A) versus
posterior approach (P) in primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) have largely focused on …

Aims A variety of surgical approaches are used for total hip arthroplasty (THA), all with
reported advantages and disadvantages. A number of common complications can occur …

Background The choice between anterior approach (AA) and posterior approach (PA) in
primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) is controversial. Previous reviews have predominantly …

Background The influence of surgical approach on risk of early postoperative mechanical
complications after total hip arthroplasty (THA) continues to be a focus of debate. We …

Importance Each approach for primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) has a long learning curve,
so a surgeon's choice to change their preferred approach needs to be guided by clear …

Background There are several approaches to THA, and each has their respective
advantages and disadvantages. Previous meta-analysis included non-randomised studies …

The objective of this study is to compare the clinical, radiographic and surgical outcomes
among patients undergoing primary THA performed via the anterior versus posterior …

Background Lack of consensus continues regarding the benefit of anteriorly based surgical
approaches for primary total hip arthroplasty (THA). The purpose of this study was to …

Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is generally considered to be one of the most successful
orthopedic surgical procedures. THA patients continue to experience symptoms, most …