Total hip arthroplasty with accolade/trident through the direct minimally invasive anterior approach without traction table: Learning curve and results after a minimum of 5 years

DiscussionTHA with Accolade/Trident using the DMIAA without traction table according to Rachbauer temporary exposed patients to a higher risk of implant revisions, which was normalized after the first 20 cases. Results of the learning curve are comparable to other techniques using an orthopaedic traction table. After the typical learning curve, the rate of 5 years implant failure is in accordance with the registry data for non-cemented implants. The Accolade stem showed minimal radiographic signs of radiolucency.Level of evidenceIV, retrospective, consecutive case series.
Source: Orthopaedics and Traumatology: Surgery and Research - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research