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Intraoperative and postoperative complications following anterior approach total hip arthroplasty.
| Complication | Number of hips | Complication rate |
|---|---|---|
| Intraoperative | ||
| Femoral fracture | 1 | 2.3% |
| Greater trochanter fracture | 1 | 2.3% |
| Postoperative | ||
| Greater trochanter fracture | 5 | 11.6% |
| Femoral nerve palsy | 2 | 4.6% |
| Intertrochanteric fracture | 1 | 2.3% |
| Iliopsoas avulsion | 1 | 2.3% |
| Dislocation | 1 | 2.3% |
| Hematoma | 1 | 2.3% |
