Current perspectives of south african orthopaedic surgeons to the direct anterior approach in total hip arthroplasty
J.R.T. Pietrzak,
D.B. Geldenhuys,
N. Sikhauli
et al.
Abstract:Background: Despite the global increase in popularity for the use of the Direct Anterior Approach (DAA) for Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA), the current beliefs and reasons for its use and disuse amongst South African orthopaedic surgeons is not well understood.
Objective: To determine the perspectives regarding DAA compared to other surgical approaches to THA.
Methods: We conducted an anonymous online survey sent to all current members of the South African Orthopedic Association (SAOA).
Results: The respon… Show more
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