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When having hip surgery is it best the doctor use the anterior approach?

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Dr. Hiep Le answered

Specializes in Nephrology and Dialysis

By UPTODATE: "The surgical approach used will be determined by your surgeon and is typically a single incision along the posterior (rear), lateral (side), or anterior (front) aspect of the hip". So, please discuss with your orthopedist.

Answered 10/5/2022

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