The distance of the femoral neurovascular bundle from the hip joint: an intraoperative guide to reduce iatrogenic injury
Abstract Background Iatrogenic injury to the femoral neurovascular bundle is not uncommon during primary and revision total hip replacement (THR) and can result in permanent weakness, pain and poor function. Prevention of injury to these structures relies on a sound knowledge of their relationships...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2018-06-01
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| Series: | Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research |
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| Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13018-018-0847-5 |