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Anterior vs Posterior Approach for Hip Hemiarthroplasty
Sponsor: Mount Carmel Health System
Summary
Randomized trial to evaluate the role of the anterior vs posterior approach regarding hemiarthroplasty of the hip. The Investigators' hypothesis is that the muscle sparing anterior approach may result in improved function in the short term, which may allow shorter hospital stay and quicker return to prior level of function.
Official title: Does the Anterior or Posterior Approach to the Hip Provide Superior Functional Recovery After Recovery After Performing Hip Hemiarthroplasty
Key Details
Gender
All
Age Range
65 Years - 99 Years
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Enrollment
10
Start Date
2015-09-28
Completion Date
2025-10-01
Last Updated
2025-06-06
Healthy Volunteers
Yes
Conditions
Interventions
anterior approach to the hip
anterior hip hemiarthroplasty
posterior approach to the hip
posterior hip hemiarthroplasty