Posterior approach for hip arthroplasty: a single surgeon series

Abstract

Background: Approaches for hip arthroplasty are varied dependent on surgeon training and each have their postulated advantages and disadvantages.

Objective: Presentation of a case series of primary and revision arthroplasty utilizing the posterior approach.

Design: Retrospective case series.

Methodology: Records of arthroplasties performed by the primary author at Kikuyu Orthopaedic Rehabilitation Centre over a period of one year were queried and data extracted and recorded.

Results: A total of 36 arthroplasties were performed using the posterior approach. The average age was 66 years with a 1:1.6 male female ratio. The most common indication was osteoarthritis. Two complications were  encountered; surgical site infection and post-operative cerebrovascular accident. There were no dislocations.

Conclusions: The posterior approach is a viable approach for hip arthroplasty for use in Kenya with low complication rates.