Charnley and Feagin report on the first systematic application of low-friction arthroplasty (LFA) to congenital hip subluxation with secondary arthritis — asking whether THA is technically feasible and whether results justify operating on young patients with severely distorted anatomy.
Understanding the historical development of techniques for hip replacement in dysplastic hips provides context for current approaches to this challenging patient population.
Charnley and Feagin report on the first systematic application of low-friction arthroplasty (LFA) to congenital hip subluxation with secondary arthritis — asking whether THA is technically feasible and whether results justify operating on young patients with severely distorted anatomy.
Understanding the historical development of techniques for hip replacement in dysplastic hips provides context for current approaches to this challenging patient population.