Total Joint Arthroplasty Facts and Figures

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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?

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?

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?

Longer learning curve for surgeons Signup and view all the answers

What is a precaution specific to the Anterior Approach for hip replacement surgery?

Immediate dislocation when reaching overhead Signup and view all the answers

What is the gold standard for Total Hip Arthroplasty?

Metal or Ceramic-On-Polyethylene implants Signup and view all the answers

In Total Hip Arthroplasty, what does cement fixation of the femoral component combined with cementless fixation of the acetabular component represent?

Hybrid fixation Signup and view all the answers

What is a major risk associated with Ceramic-on-Ceramic Total Hip Arthroplasty implants?

Audible squeaking Signup and view all the answers

In Total Hip Arthroplasty, what are the indications for using cementless fixation?

Younger individuals and active lifestyle Signup and view all the answers

What is the purpose of using polymethylmethacrylate (PMMA) in cement fixation in Total Hip Arthroplasty?

To function as a grout Signup and view all the answers

Which approach is more commonly used and provides an excellent view of hip structures for optimum implant placement?

Posterolateral Approach Signup and view all the answers

What are spared during the posterolateral approach?

Gluteus maximus, medius and minimus Signup and view all the answers

What is a small risk associated with the posterolateral approach?

Sciatic nerve damage Signup and view all the answers

What precaution should be taken to avoid complications during the posterolateral approach?

Pivoting the foot Signup and view all the answers

Which muscles are released before dislocating the hip in the posterolateral approach?

Capsule and short external rotators Signup and view all the answers

What is the primary benefit of the STAR approach in total hip arthroplasty?

Reduced risk of neurovascular injury Signup and view all the answers

Which muscles are impacted by the STAR approach in total hip arthroplasty?

Obturator internus, superior & inferior gemelli Signup and view all the answers

What is a precaution associated with the STAR approach in total hip arthroplasty?

None, there are no precautions Signup and view all the answers

Why is the piriformis spared in the STAR approach?

To increase hip stability Signup and view all the answers

What does the acronym STAR stand for in the context of total hip arthroplasty?

Superior Transverse Atraumatic Reconstruction Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT an indication for Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)?

Rapidly progressing neurologic diseases Signup and view all the answers

What material was used in the first recognizable hip replacement surgery in 1891?

Ivory Signup and view all the answers

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