Publications by authors named "Marisa Shields"

Background: Younger patients are undergoing total hip arthroplasty (THA) for various conditions that affect the hip joint. This study evaluates the implant survival and long-term patient-reported outcomes of THA in patients aged 35 years or younger.

Methods: Data were collected through a retrospective chart review, and follow-up surveys were conducted to determine implant survival and patient-reported outcomes.

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Background: Osteonecrosis of the hip is a clinical, radiographic, and pathologic entity that commonly affects young patients. This study evaluates long-term implant survival and patient-reported outcomes after primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) in patients with osteonecrosis aged 35 or younger.

Methods: A retrospective study with prospective follow-up was conducted at a major academic medical center.

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