Anterior intrapelvic modification to the ilioinguinal approach.

Hagen, Jennifer E; Weatherford, Brian M; Nascone, Jason W; Sciadini, Marcus F · J Orthop Trauma · 2015

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Abstract

Anterior approaches to the pelvis for acetabular surgery require an intimate knowledge of pelvic anatomy. The utilitarian anterior approach is the ilioinguinal approach. This article will describe a technique for modifying the medial window of the ilioinguinal approach to facilitate intrapelvic visualization and instrumentation not afforded in the original technique as described by Letournel.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy