Patients with body mass index greater than or equal to 30
Patients undergoing primary unilateral DAA THA
Patients undergoing primary THA
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Patients with body mass index less than 30
Patients with a history of prior open surgery on the affected hip
Patients unable/unwilling to undergo spinal anesthesia under monitored anesthesia care (MAC)
Patients with allergies or absolute contraindication to standardized drugs administered within the University of Miami protocol for total hip replacement
The following groups will not be included: adults unable to consent, individuals who are not yet adults, pregnant women, prisoners.
Clareo Health | Bikini vs Longitudinal Incision in Direct Anterior Approach (DAA) Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA)
