Higher risk of reoperation for bipolar and uncemented hemiarthroplasty

2012126 citationsJournal Articlegold Open Access

Authors

Olof Leonardsson · Skåne University Hospital

Johan Kärrholm · The Swedish Hip Arthroplasty Register

Göran Garellick · The Swedish Hip Arthroplasty Register

Abstract

We recommend cemented hemiarthroplasties and the anterolateral transgluteal approach. We also suggest that unipolar implants should be used, at least for the oldest and frailest patients.

Topics & Keywords

Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty Hip and Femur Fractures Hip disorders and treatments

UN Sustainable Development Goals

Good health and well-being

Publication Details

Published in: Acta Orthopaedica

Volume 83, Issue 5, pp. 459-466

DOI: 10.3109/17453674.2012.727076

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