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The Journal of Bone & Joint Surgery British Volume
Vol. 78-B, Issue 4 | Pages 559 - 561
1 Jul 1996
Learmonth ID Allen PE

We describe a modified lateral approach to the hip which exploits the functional continuity of gluteus medius and vastus lateralis and their dense crescentic attachment to the greater trochanter. The gluteus medius is not incised or split, but is detached and mobilised with gluteus minimus as one unit. This facilitates reattachment of the glutei and helps to preserve abductor function