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Debate: Anterior vs. Posterior Approach for Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty – Which is Superior in Yemen? 15c17

Abdul Hadi Nasr
Jul 24, 2025
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Abdul Hadi Nasr
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Jul 24, 2025 4:25 PM
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Colleagues, I have a challenging case: a 45-year-old male with a distal tibia shaft fracture that has developed a persistent non-union 9 months post-intramedullary nailing. He has significant pain and limited weight-bearing. What are your preferred management strategies for such complex non-unions, especially considering the local challenges in Sana'a? Would you consider revision nailing, plate fixation, or a biological augmentation technique? Any advice on the diagnostic workup to identify underlying causes would also be appreciated.
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Mu'tasem Al-Sayrafi
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Jul 24, 2025 4:25 PM
This is a crucial ethical discussion for Yemen. In our hospital, we try to prioritize based on functional impairment and potential for significant improvement, while also considering emergency cases, especially trauma. It's challenging, but transparency with patients and families about resource limitations is key.

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