Total hip resurfacing arthroplasty improves quality of life — 4 key points

A recent study published in The Journal of Arthroplasty showed that patients who underwent total hip resurfacing arthroplasty experienced significant improvements in general health-related quality of life measures six months following surgery.

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Researchers included 12 studies with a total of 1,898 patients who underwent total hip resurfacing arthroplasty.

 

Here are four key points:

 

1. Researchers found SF-12 significant component scores significantly improved, while mental component scores slightly improved following total hip resurfacing arthroplasty.

 

2. Results showed a significant improvement in the health utility measurement with the EuroQol-5D.

 

3. Researchers also found significant improvements in the WOMAC global score, as well as in the WOMAC subscales of pain, stiffness and function.

 

4. The hip-specific outcome measure and functional status improved postoperatively as well.

 

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