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An Outcome Study to compare the Direct Anterior (Heuter) and Direct Lateral (Hardinge) approaches in total hip joint replacement

An Outcome Study to compare the Direct Anterior (Heuter) and Direct Lateral (Hardinge) approaches in total hip joint replacement. The outcome measures will include improved rehabilitation, length of hospital stay, complications and accuracy of component placement.

Sponsor

John Marshall O'Donnell

Enrollment

40 participants

Start Date

May 1, 2008

Study Type

Interventional

Conditions

Total Hip Replacement for arthritis of the hip.

Summary

40 patients who are to undergo total hip replacement (THR) will be randomly allocated to either Anterior or Lateral Groups. Otherwise identical THR operations will be performed. Xrays will be assessed for component positioning. Patients will fill out a self assessment form at Preop, and Postop 6 weeks, 3, 6, and 12 months (Harris Hip Score ) Objective data collection will include blood loss, length of Hospital stay, and time on crutches.

Eligibility

Sex: Both males and femalesMin Age: 30 YearssMax Age: 90 Yearss

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

This study compares two surgical approaches used during total hip replacement surgery: the direct anterior (front) approach and the direct lateral (side) approach. Both are standard techniques, but this study aims to compare recovery times, pain levels, blood loss, and patient satisfaction to find out which approach leads to better outcomes. You may be eligible if: - You are between 30 and 90 years old - You are scheduled to have a total hip replacement You may NOT be eligible if: - You are significantly obese - You have marked stiffness of the hip joint Talk to your doctor about whether this trial might be right for you.

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Interventions

All patients will be having Total Hip Joint Replacement surgery. Half will have this surgery performed through an anterior muscle sparing approach . The operation takes approximately one hour. The s

All patients will be having Total Hip Joint Replacement surgery. Half will have this surgery performed through an anterior muscle sparing approach . The operation takes approximately one hour. The study is anticipated to take 6 months - 12 months for enrolment and 12 months additional follow up; atotal of 12-18 months.

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Australia

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