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[Total hip alloplasty. The long-term economical consequences]
S Munk1, E Hattens, P Andersen
1Odense Universitet, Okonomisk Institut.
Ugeskrift for Laeger
|June 24, 1991
Summary
Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is cost-effective, with low revision rates and significant quality of life improvements. The study found THA to be a worthwhile procedure despite its costs.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Health economics
Context:
- Cost-effectiveness analysis of total hip arthroplasty (THA) in 1984.
- Study involved 86 patients from Odense and Svendborg Hospitals.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of THA.
- To assess long-term outcomes including revision rates and quality of life.
Summary:
- Low revision rate: only one patient required revision after five years.
- No re-operations for deep infection or aseptic loosening.
- Annual net cost estimated at 23,000 Danish crowns (£2,000), including readmissions.
Impact:
- Demonstrates significant, lasting improvement in patient quality of life.
- Highlights THA as a valuable orthopedic intervention.
- Provides economic data for healthcare decision-making regarding hip replacement.