Double-plate fixation for hip arthrodesis. Optimal position of the plates. A, Anteroposterior view. B, Lateral view and after reattachment of the greater trochanter (C). (Redrawn from Beaulé PE, Matta JM, Mast JW: Hip arthrodesis: current indications and techniques, J Am Acad Orthop Surg 10:249, 2002.) SEE TECHNIQUE 5.3.