THA Complications
A 62-year-old woman presents 3 months after uncomplicated primary THA complaining that her operated leg feels longer. Clinical examination confirms a 2cm leg length discrepancy (LLD) with the operated leg longer. She reports low back pain and difficulty walking without a shoe lift. Pre-operative templating documented equal leg lengths. Regarding leg length discrepancy after THA:
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True leg length is measured from the anterior superior iliac spine (ASIS) to the medial malleolus; a...
Pre-operative templating should include assessment of femoral offset, vertical hip center, and antic...
Leg lengthening of any magnitude is well-tolerated by all patients; shortening is more symptomatic t...
Leg length discrepancy is the most common cause of patient dissatisfaction and litigation following ...
Intraoperative techniques to assess leg length include comparison of the knee positions with hips an...
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