Single-stage bilateral conversion arthroplasty for hip fusion via direct anterior approach in a patient with severe ankylosing spondylitis and kyphoscoliosis: a case report.

Shahabaldin Beheshti Fard Sina Afzal Mohammadreza Barzegar Seyed Mohammad Javad Mortazavi

Published in: Journal of medical case reports (2023)

Primary correction of spinal deformities allows for extended surgical procedures under general anesthesia. Single stage bilateral hip conversion arthroplasty via the direct anterior approach enhances postoperative mobilization, reduce the risk of re-ankylosis, and improve the overall quality of life for AS patients with this unique presentation.

Keyphrases

ankylosing spondylitis
case report
rheumatoid arthritis
disease activity
total hip arthroplasty
spinal cord
patients undergoing
early onset
systemic lupus erythematosus
spinal cord injury