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Total hip arthroplasty
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of California, San Francisco School of Medicine, USA.
The Western Journal of Medicine
|March 1, 1995
Summary
Total hip arthroplasty (THA) offers improved management for hip joint diseases unresponsive to conventional therapy. This review covers THA evolution, prosthetic design, indications, complications, performance, and future directions in hip replacement surgery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomedical Engineering
- Reconstructive Medicine
Background:
- Hip joint diseases often require advanced treatment when conventional therapies fail.
- Total hip arthroplasty (THA) has become a crucial reconstructive procedure for managing debilitating hip conditions.
- The development of artificial hip prostheses has significantly advanced patient outcomes.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the historical evolution of total hip arthroplasty.
- To discuss the design and development of prosthetic hip components.
- To outline current clinical indications, performance, complications, and future trends in hip replacement surgery.
Main Methods:
- This is a review article, summarizing existing literature and clinical data.
- The review synthesizes information on the historical progression of THA.
- It includes an analysis of prosthetic component design and clinical application.
Main Results:
- Total hip arthroplasty has evolved significantly, improving treatment for various hip pathologies.
- Prosthetic designs have advanced, enhancing the longevity and function of hip replacements.
- Current indications, complications, and long-term performance data are well-documented.
Conclusions:
- Total hip arthroplasty is a highly effective procedure for managing severe hip joint diseases.
- Continued innovation in prosthetic design and surgical techniques promises further improvements in hip replacement outcomes.
- Understanding THA's history, current status, and future is vital for orthopedic specialists.