Hip Arthroplasty: Challenges and Perspectives
Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a surgical procedure widely used to restore joint functionality and relieve pain in patients with degenerative diseases or traumatic fractures.This study, through a recent literature review, discusses the main challenges and perspectives associated with THA, including the choice of surgical approach, the management of post-operative complications and the feasibility of outpatient models.The analysis of the data shows that, despite advances in minimally invasive techniques, there are still limitations in terms of muscle and neurological integrity in the post-operative period.The safety of outpatient arthroplasty depends on strict discharge criteria and a multidisciplinary structure.The prevention of deep infections and the management of periprosthetic fractures remain relevant clinical challenges.The study concludes that personalizing surgical indications, combined with integrated rehabilitation and post--operative care protocols, is the way to improve clinical outcomes and optimize healthcare resources.
Authors
- Tiê Barbosa Arruda
- Maria Eugênia Ruas Carvalho
- Ryan Rafael Barros de Macedo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-9742-7857)
- Carmen L.T. Borges (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-7935-9566)
- Leonardo Melo de Medeiros (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-5015-6957)
- Carlos Eduardo da Silva Ferreira Filho (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0005-6142-0417)
- Caio Henrique Pinke Rodrigues (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0002-7794-7484)
- J. Sousa (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3678-7610)
- Antonio Alcides Janja Melo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-4403-5376)
- Erinaldo Pereira Passos
Publication Details
- Journal
- International Journal of Health Science
- Published
- 2025-04-24
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.22533/at.ed.1595202524041
- Primary Topic
- Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00