Superior outcomes of total hip arthroplasty without prior lumbar arthrodesis: a systematic review and meta-analysis

ConclusionsThis systematic review and meta-analysis demonstrated a statistically significant superiority in all analyzed outcomes for patients who underwent THA-only without prior LA. Specifically, patients with isolated THA implants experienced significantly lower incidences of THA dislocation, wound complications, periprosthetic joint infection, revision, and mechanical complications.Level of evidenceLevel IV.
Source: European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research