Table 1 Stem alignment
Full HA compaction | Tapered wedge | p value | |
|---|---|---|---|
Stem anteversion | 33.7 ± 11.6 | 32.1 ± 10.5 | 0.538 |
Valgus | 3.1 ± 2.2 | 1.8 ± 1.8 | < 0.001 |
Anterior tilt | 6.0 ± 2.2 | 3.1 ± 2.1 | < 0.001 |
Canal anteversion | 33.3 ± 12.8 | 29.1 ± 11.1 | 0.101 |
Anteversion error | 0.4 ± 7.1 | 3.0 ± 10.5 | < 0.001 |
Absolute anteversion error | 5.2 ± 4.8 | 8.8 ± 9.1 | 0.039 |