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[Primary total hip arthroplasty in bilateral acetabular protrusion, case report]
O Alexa1, I Popia, F Ciornohac
1Disciplina de Ortopedie Traumatologie, Facultatea de Medicină, Universitatea de Medicină si Farmacie "Gr.T. Popa" Iaşi.
Summary
This study details a case of primary bilateral acetabular protrusion, a condition causing hip pain and reduced mobility. Surgical intervention with bilateral total hip arthroplasty provided a favorable outcome for the patient.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedics
- Radiology
- Surgical Innovation
Background:
- Acetabular protrusion involves deepening of the acetabulum and femoral head sinking into the pelvic cavity.
- It can be primary or secondary, leading to hip pain and restricted movement.
Observation:
- A 66-year-old man presented with primary bilateral acetabular protrusion causing hip pain and limited range of motion.
- Pelvic radiographs confirmed acetabular deepening, intrapelvic protrusion, and femoral head sinking, with secondary osteoarthritis.
Findings:
- The diagnosis was bilateral acetabular protrusion with secondary hip osteoarthritis.
- The patient underwent successful bilateral total hip arthroplasty, with a Burch-Schneider ring used on the left acetabulum.
Implications:
- Bilateral total hip arthroplasty is an effective treatment for acetabular protrusion with secondary osteoarthritis.
- Surgical reinforcement techniques can improve outcomes in complex acetabular reconstruction.
