Hip News

Published results showed total hip arthroplasty performed with robotic-assistance software that incorporates pelvic tilt and virtual range of motion may change the preoperative plan for cup position and deviate from traditional safe zones.

Published results showed robotic-assisted total hip arthroplasty may provide significantly greater accuracy in acetabular component positioning compared with manual THA in patients with overweight or obesity.

DALLAS — Results presented here showed lower outpatient arthroplasty risk assessment score prior to total joint arthroplasty was predictive of same- and next-day discharge and fewer complications and readmissions.

DALLAS — Results showed a high rate of Cutibacterium acnes for patients having total hip arthroplasty, with no significant difference in the positive culture rate between standard surgical preparation or preparation with benzoyl peroxide.

DALLAS — Results showed betadine wash, vancomycin powder and betadine wash plus vancomycin powder had no differences in wound complication, superficial infection and deep periprosthetic joint infection rates after total joint replacement.

WASHINGTON — The use of colchicine for gout flare prevention imparts a “modest” decrease in the risk for knee or hip replacement over several years, according to a study presented at ACR Convergence 2024.

DALLAS — In this video from the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons Annual Meeting, Robert A. Burnett, MD, discussed results that showed repeat mesh glue dressing exposure yielded a fivefold increased risk of allergic dermatitis.

DALLAS — Results presented here showed the perception of work-life balance approached significant difference among male and female orthopedic surgeons, as well as among physicians initially interested in arthroplasty.

DALLAS — Data presented at the American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons Annual Meeting showed proximal femoral replacement may be a reasonable salvage option in complex revision total hip arthroplasty cases.