This review article presents a comprehensive literature review regarding extended
trochanteric osteotomy (ETO). The history, rationale, biomechanical considerations as well …

There has been increased interest and literature on the efficacy of direct anterior approach
(DAA) for total hip arthroplasty (THA). Developments in surgical technique and …

Background Direct anterior approach (DAA) total hip arthroplasty can be performed through
a traditional vertical incision or a horizontal (bikini) incision. The purpose of this study is to …

We evaluated the quality of information available on the Internet regarding the direct anterior
approach (DAA). The top 50 Web sites from three major search engines (Google, Yahoo …

Introduction: The direct anterior approach (DAA) represents a well-recognized soft tissue
sparing technique for primary total hip arthroplasty (THA). The feasibility and suitability of the …

Background The direct anterior approach for total hip arthroplasty (THA) has specific
advantages, but injury to the tensor fasciae lata muscle (TFLM) remains a concern. This …

Background To date, only limited literature exists regarding revision of total hip arthroplasty
(THA) through the direct anterior approach (DAA). However, as the popularity of the DAA for …

Background The direct anterior approach (DAA) is becoming more popular as the standard
surgical approach for primary total hip arthroplasty. However, femoral complications of up to …

Background The purpose of this study is to compare a traditional longitudinal incision to an
oblique “bikini” incision during total hip arthroplasty (THA) via direct anterior approach …

Background Hip surgeons performing total hip arthroplasty (THA) through the direct anterior
approach (DAA) commonly use a traction table to facilitate exposure. Even though …