Soft-Tissue Balancing in Total Hip Arthroplasty

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»: Appropriate total hip arthroplasty (THA) reconstruction must simultaneously address component position, restoration of biomechanics, and soft-tissue balance. »: Preoperative planning for complex THA cases should include radiographic templating, a detailed case plan that contains backup implant options, and a thorough understanding of the patient's preoperative examination. »: Using a systematic approach to soft-tissue balancing in THA enhances the ability to intraoperatively execute the preoperative plan. »: In patients with preexisting deformities (e.g., dysplasia or prior surgery), increased attention to abductor function is necessary when assessing acetabular component placement and offset.