A simple method of obtaining equal leg length in total hip arthroplasty

Leg length in total hip arthroplasty can be measured and equalized with no increase in operating time through the use of a method that is applicable to any of the standard approaches to the hip joint.

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Published inClinical orthopaedics and related research no. 194; p. 269
Main Authors McGee, H M, Scott, J H
Format Journal Article
LanguageEnglish
Published United States 01.01.1985
Subjects
Anthropometry - methods
Bone Lengthening
Hip Prosthesis
Humans
Intraoperative Care
Leg Length Inequality - diagnosis
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Summary:Leg length in total hip arthroplasty can be measured and equalized with no increase in operating time through the use of a method that is applicable to any of the standard approaches to the hip joint.
ISSN:0009-921X
DOI:10.1097/00003086-198504000-00042