Hip International • Vol 33 • No 3
Key performance and training parameters in primary total hip arthroplasty – an expert consensus using the Delphi technique
November 2021 • Daniel Howgate, Patrick Garfjeld Roberts, Ben Kendrick, Jonathan Rees
Aims: Primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a commonly performed and successful operation which orthopaedic trainees must demonstrate competence in prior to completion of surgical training. An assessment of agreement between surgical trainers regarding the critical steps of a primary THA has never been undertaken. The aim of this study was to define and rank the key steps of a primary THA regards ease of teaching and their importance in achieving the best patient outcome. Materials and methods: The Delphi techni…