Evidence of Reduced Muscle Trauma Through a Minimally Invasive Anterolateral Approach by Means of MRI

Abstract

We found no increased damage to the tensor fasciae latae with the anterolateral approach. The lateral approach was associated with increased partial gluteus atrophy and a compensatory hypertrophy of the tensor fasciae latae. Based on fewer structural changes in the musculature, we recommend the anterolateral minimally invasive approach.