Analysis of factors affecting the time for implantation of a total hip arthroplasty in patients with symptomatic primary and secondary hip osteoarthritis
Many studies have identified factors associated with an unfavourable clinical outcome or an early conversion to total hip arthroplasty (THA) after joint-preserving treatment. We analysed the effect and reliability of different factors on the age at which THA becomes necessary.
Young hip surgery patients can avoid repeat surgeries with better prediction methods
Young patients undergoing hip surgery who have a shallower hip bone socket are at risk for a repeat operation, according to research presented today at the American Orthopaedic Society of Sports Medicine 2022 Annual Meeting.
Understanding ankylosing spondylitis hip pain
Ankylosing spondylitis (AS) is an inflammatory condition of the spine and entheses, the areas where tendons and ligaments attach to bone. AS can also affect other body parts, including the hips.