The Kalinga Institute of Medical Sciences (KIMS) is set to offer advanced patient care by introducing the direct anterior approach (DAA) for hip replacement. This cutting-edge surgical technique ensures faster recovery and less postoperative pain for patients.
In line with its commitment to advanced treatment and care, KIMS hosted a Cadaveric Workshop on the ‘Direct Anterior Approach for Hip Arthroplasty’ (replacement), focusing on this innovative approach, drawing healthcare professionals, researchers and medical students from the region.
The workshop, organized by the Department of Orthopaedics, provided a crucial platform for participants to explore and engage with the DAA, which is rapidly gaining recognition as a superior alternative to traditional hip replacement methods. Unlike the conventional posterior or lateral approaches, which often require cutting through or detaching muscles and tendons, the DAA allows surgeons to access the hip joint through a natural space between muscles, preserving muscle integrity.
The benefits of this muscle-sparing technique are significant, including reduced postoperative pain, shorter hospital stays, faster rehabilitation, and a lower risk of complications such as hip dislocation. These advantages make the DAA an attractive option for both surgeons and patients, ensuring a quicker return to normal activities.
Despite its benefits, the DAA is a complex procedure with a steep learning curve. Surgeons must master precise patient positioning, surgical planning, and the use of specialized instruments within a limited surgical field. To address these challenges, the cadaveric workshop provided participants with hands-on experience under expert guidance, helping them to hone their skills in this advanced technique.
It was held under the guidance of the HoD of the KIMS Orthopaedics Department Dr. Debasish Mishra while the Guest Faculty was Prof. Sujit Kumar Tripathy, Dept. of Orthopaedics, AIIMS, Bhubaneswar.