Changes in pelvic orientation after total hip arthroplasty : a prospective study with EOS™

Abstract

Changes in pelvic orientation after THA could alter the relationship between the femoral stem and the acetabular component and may be responsible of dislocation and implant degeneration. EOS™ technology allows three-dimensional analysis of the pelvis in functional position with low irradiation. The purpose of the study was to evaluate changes in pelvic orientation after THA in standing position with EOS™. In a prospective study, EOS™ was performed in standing position preoperatively and 3 months after computer assisted THA for primary hip osteoarthritis. Differences between pre- and postoperative pelvic parameters values were analyzed. 40 patients were included. Changes greater than 5° was noted in 12,5% of cases for pelvic incidence, 35% of cases for sacral slope and in 22,5% of cases for pelvic version. In conclusion, pelvic parameters could be modified after THA.