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World J Orthop. Mar 18, 2025; 16(3): 105318
Published online Mar 18, 2025. doi: 10.5312/wjo.v16.i3.105318
Investigation on the quality of life after anterior minimally invasive total hip arthroplasty: Commentary on recent findings
Qin-Zhi Liu, Nian-Zhe Sun
Qin-Zhi Liu, Nian-Zhe Sun, Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, Changsha 410008, Hunan Province, China
Author contributions: Liu QZ wrote the first draft, developed the main ideas, and led revisions; Sun NZ provided critical feedback, improved the structure, and added key examples.
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Corresponding author: Nian-Zhe Sun, PhD, Department of Orthopedics, Xiangya Hospital, Central South University, No. 87 Xiangya Road, Kaifu District, Changsha 410008, Hunan Province, China. sunnzh201921@sina.com
Received: January 18, 2025
Revised: February 23, 2025
Accepted: February 25, 2025
Published online: March 18, 2025
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Core Tip

Core Tip: Although minimally invasive total hip arthroplasty is safe, effective, reliable and conducive to rapid recovery of patients, few studies have focused on its impact on return to work and resumption of driving, which are key factors affecting postoperative quality of life.