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Chapter 7 **Anterior Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty 101** Ulrich Bechler, Bernhard Springer and Friedrich Boettner **X** Contents


Preface

chapter on this vital aspect.

The incidence of total hip arthroplasty is increasing in number because of successful out‐ comes in a variety of hip conditions. Although technically challenging, once mastered a suc‐ cessful hip replacement is one of the most gratifying surgeries for both patient and surgeon. This book covers some of the most important aspects of total hip replacement surgery. The section on preoperative planning deals with nuances of how to ensure that all goes smooth‐ ly intraoperatively. Classification is an excellent way to organize one's thoughts and antici‐ pate intraoperative findings. Anesthesia-related issues are something that is often overlooked in preoperative and intraoperative procedures, especially by surgeons, and the

A variety of techniques and technological evolution in the field are directed towards im‐ proving patient outcome and early discharge. The muscle sparing anterior approach is grad‐ ually gaining attention and the chapter on this is timely. No book on a surgical technique is complete without discussing the potential complications and their management, and two chapters dedicated to these areas will ensure that readers have a comprehensive overview. Similarly, rehabilitation and physical therapy are important determinants that ensure that patients reach their full potential in a pain-free, time-bound manner. The book ends with a

The book is intended for arthroplasty surgeons, anesthetists, and physical therapists who will find the book useful in parts and as a whole if they deal with arthroplasty cases on a regular basis. Experience-based narration of various subjects by different authors ensures that first-hand experience is passed on to readers in a simple, easy-to-understand manner.

**Dr. Vaibhav Bagaria**

President—SICOT India

Mumbai, India

Joint Replacement and Trauma Surgeon Sir HN Reliance Foundation Hospital

chapter dedicated to this is a reminder to work as a team.
