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What is the interval for dissection?
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Split vastus lateralis and gluteus medius (no true plane)
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What two structures are at risk?
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Femoral nerve
Superior gluteal nerve if > 5cm above acetabulum |
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What is the most common use for the Hardinge approach?
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Total hip arthroplasty
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What are the postoperative total hip precautions for a lateral approach? What approach has the same precautions?
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Avoid excess extension and external rotation
Same as for anterior approach |
