A systematic review and meta-analysis of direct anterior approach versus posterior approach in total hip arthroplasty

Abstract Background This meta-analysis aimed to evaluate the postoperative clinical outcomes and safety of the direct anterior approach (DAA) versus posterior approach (PA) in total hip arthroplasty (THA). Methods We searched PubMed, Embase, Web of Science, the Cochrane Library, and Google databases...

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Main Authors: Zhao Wang, Jing-zhao Hou, Can-hua Wu, Yue-jiang Zhou, Xiao-ming Gu, Hai-hong Wang, Wu Feng, Yan-xiao Cheng, Xia Sheng, Hong-wei Bao
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2018-09-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13018-018-0929-4