2024
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.64638
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Total Hip Replacement and Femoral Nail Lengthening for Hip Dysplasia and Limb Length Discrepancy: A Literature Review

Vasileios Athanasiou,
Spyridon Papagiannis,
Panagiotis Antzoulas
et al.

Abstract: Developmental dysplasia of the hip (DDH) is a serious condition resulting in inadequate acetabular development, distorted bone configuration, and substantially altered hip biomechanics. An extensive leg length discrepancy (LLD) is commonly encountered in such cases, making a total hip arthroplasty (THA) procedure extremely challenging. Although good results in terms of patients’ satisfaction, implant survival rates and overall improved quality of life have been reported, complication rates are considerably hig… Show more

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