Items tagged “hip fractures”
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Total hip arthroplasty
Total hip arthroplasty (THA), also known as total hip replacement (THR), is an orthopedic procedure that involves the surgical excision of the femoral head and cartilage of the acetabulum and replacement of the joint with articulating femoral and acetabular components. It is a commonly performed...
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Isolated greater trochanteric fracture
Greater trochanteric fractures generally result from forceful muscle contraction of a fixed limb, which usually occurs in those who are young and physically active. It can also be caused by direct trauma.
Epidemiology
Generally, isolated trochanteric fractures are seen more so in young, active...