Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5709289 | The Journal of Arthroplasty | 2017 | 7 Pages |
Abstract
Age- and gender-specific formulas yield higher accuracy than generic formulas. The formulas presented in this study can offer a practical, easy to use instrument for orthopedic surgeons performing hip arthroplasty in very elderly patients in addition to classic techniques to prevent significant leg-length discrepancy.
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Authors
Tim A.E.J. MD, Hidde D. BSc, Bernd P. MEng, PhD, Philip C. MEng, PhD, Ide C. MD, PhD,