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What is the purpose of the Hana Table in the Anterior Approach for hip replacement surgery?
What is the purpose of the Hana Table in the Anterior Approach for hip replacement surgery?
- To minimize radiation exposure for the patient
- To prevent post-operative dislocations
- To aid in implant exposure (correct)
- To reduce blood loss during the surgery
In the context of hip resurfacing, what is a disadvantage associated with this procedure?
In the context of hip resurfacing, what is a disadvantage associated with this procedure?
- Improved hip stability
- Reduced risk of infection
- Possible femur fracture (correct)
- Potential to return to impact activities earlier
During which phase of rehabilitation following Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) should cryotherapy and elevation of lower extremity be initiated?
During which phase of rehabilitation following Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) should cryotherapy and elevation of lower extremity be initiated?
- Acute Care Phase, Week 0-1 (correct)
- Post Operative Phase 1, Week 2-6
- Week 6 - they're doing pretty well
- Post Operative Phase 2, Week 7-12
What is a characteristic of the Anterior Approach for hip replacement surgery compared to the Posterolateral Approach?
What is a characteristic of the Anterior Approach for hip replacement surgery compared to the Posterolateral Approach?
What is a precaution specific to the Anterior Approach for hip replacement surgery?
What is a precaution specific to the Anterior Approach for hip replacement surgery?
What is the gold standard for Total Hip Arthroplasty?
What is the gold standard for Total Hip Arthroplasty?
In Total Hip Arthroplasty, what does cement fixation of the femoral component combined with cementless fixation of the acetabular component represent?
In Total Hip Arthroplasty, what does cement fixation of the femoral component combined with cementless fixation of the acetabular component represent?
What is a major risk associated with Ceramic-on-Ceramic Total Hip Arthroplasty implants?
What is a major risk associated with Ceramic-on-Ceramic Total Hip Arthroplasty implants?
In Total Hip Arthroplasty, what are the indications for using cementless fixation?
In Total Hip Arthroplasty, what are the indications for using cementless fixation?
What is the purpose of using polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) in cement fixation in Total Hip Arthroplasty?
What is the purpose of using polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) in cement fixation in Total Hip Arthroplasty?
Which approach is more commonly used and provides an excellent view of hip structures for optimum implant placement?
Which approach is more commonly used and provides an excellent view of hip structures for optimum implant placement?
What are spared during the posterolateral approach?
What are spared during the posterolateral approach?
What is a small risk associated with the posterolateral approach?
What is a small risk associated with the posterolateral approach?
What precaution should be taken to avoid complications during the posterolateral approach?
What precaution should be taken to avoid complications during the posterolateral approach?
Which muscles are released before dislocating the hip in the posterolateral approach?
Which muscles are released before dislocating the hip in the posterolateral approach?
What is the primary benefit of the STAR approach in total hip arthroplasty?
What is the primary benefit of the STAR approach in total hip arthroplasty?
Which muscles are impacted by the STAR approach in total hip arthroplasty?
Which muscles are impacted by the STAR approach in total hip arthroplasty?
What is a precaution associated with the STAR approach in total hip arthroplasty?
What is a precaution associated with the STAR approach in total hip arthroplasty?
Why is the piriformis spared in the STAR approach?
Why is the piriformis spared in the STAR approach?
What does the acronym STAR stand for in the context of total hip arthroplasty?
What does the acronym STAR stand for in the context of total hip arthroplasty?
Which of the following is NOT an indication for Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)?
Which of the following is NOT an indication for Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)?
What material was used in the first recognizable hip replacement surgery in 1891?
What material was used in the first recognizable hip replacement surgery in 1891?
Between 2005 & 2030, how much is Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) in the US expected to increase by?
Between 2005 & 2030, how much is Total Knee Arthroplasty (TKA) in the US expected to increase by?
Who is considered the father of the modern Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)?
Who is considered the father of the modern Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)?
What is the main goal of Total Joint Arthroplasty (TJA)?
What is the main goal of Total Joint Arthroplasty (TJA)?
