A study of functional and radiological outcome of uncemented total hip arthroplasty in Indian patients

Abstract

In Indian population, avascular necrosis of femoral head and arthritis of hip joint are common debilitating diseases which require surgical intervention. Uncemented total hip arthroplasty is the treatment modality for restoring better function and activity in these patients. In last few decades, there has been an increase demand of uncemented total hip arthroplasty in Indian patients so this study was carried out. The purpose of this study was to evaluate radiological outcome, functional outcome using Harris hip score and to analyse intra operative and post operative complications. A prospective study of 50 patients with 70 uncemented total hip arthroplasty at SSG hospital, Vadodara were taken up and followed up for 2 years between February 2017 to December 2019. Average mean Harris hip score improved from 36 points to 90 points at final followup with no intraoperative complication and minimal postoperative complications. The uncemented total hip arthroplasty is safe and durable fixation method in Indian patients.