Transverse incisions improve scar outcomes in anterolateral supine approach total hip arthroplasty: a patient observer scar assessment scale-based study
Transverse incisions in ALS THA may enhance cosmetic satisfaction without compromising sensory outcomes. These findings support the potential role of personalized incision planning for improving patient-reported outcomes following THA. Video Abstract.
Authors
- Junya Itou (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-8188-5637)
- Yutaro Munakata
- Yujiro Kuramitsu
- Ken Okazaki
Institutions
- Tokyo Women's Medical University (JP)
Publication Details
- Journal
- Arthroplasty
- Published
- 2026-01-05
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.1186/s42836-025-00354-7
- Primary Topic
- Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00