Abstract:Background: The direct anterior approach (DAA) for mini-invasive hip surgery is becoming a preferred method owing to its reported benefits. The aim of the present study was to identify and describe the structures that are potentially at risk during the execution of this surgical procedure, as well as to discuss the potential advantages of using DAA in total hip arthroplasty (THA). Methods: Twenty sides' adult embalmed cadavers (12 male and 8 female) were examined at the Department of Anatomy, Histology and Emb… Show more
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