Total Hip Arthroplasty in Teenagers: A Systematic Literature Review.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Total hip arthroplasty (THA) in teenagers is generally avoided. Nevertheless, recent THA procedures in a very young patient show improved functional outcomes and implant survival, resulting in lower revision rates. This review aims to present an overview of the available literature on THA in teenagers and to provide evidence to inform caregivers.

Methods

In this systematic review, studies required a primary THA method and a teenage patient population. Studies must report at least one of the following outcome measures: functional outcomes, implant survival, and complications. In addition, demographic and surgical data were collected.

Results

Sixteen studies were analyzed, including 2040 patients and 2379 hips, with an average 7.7-year follow-up. The mean pat

SUBMITTER: Te Velde JP 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10766098 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature