A simple method to facilitate mini-incision in total hip arthroplasty

A simple method to facilitate mini-incision in total hip arthroplasty

Surgical field illumination and visualization is the key for total hip arthroplasty through a mini-incision approach. An easy, quick, and inexpensive method is described, using a conventional endoscopic light-source temporally fixed to conventional hip surgery retractors.

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Veröffentlicht in:The Journal of arthroplasty 2004-04, Vol.19 (3), p.395-396
Hauptverfasser: Suárez-Suárez, Miguel-Ángel, Murcia-Mazón, Antonio
Format: Artikel
Sprache:eng
Schlagworte:
Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip - methods
Fiber Optic Technology
Humans
Lighting
mini-incision approach
minimal invasive surgery
total hip arthroplasty
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Zusammenfassung:Surgical field illumination and visualization is the key for total hip arthroplasty through a mini-incision approach. An easy, quick, and inexpensive method is described, using a conventional endoscopic light-source temporally fixed to conventional hip surgery retractors.
ISSN:0883-5403
1532-8406
DOI:10.1016/j.arth.2003.09.016