Removal of well-fixed femoral and acetabular components

Am J Orthop (Belle Mead NJ). 2002 Aug;31(8):476-8.

Abstract

One of the more difficult procedures in revision total hip arthroplasty is removal of a well-fixed femoral stem or acetabulum. Techniques to remove well-fixed, fully coated implants (cemented or uncemented) are discussed here. Results of these techniques show that operative time can be decreased and femoral and pelvic bone loss can be minimized, making a complicated revision more straightforward.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip*
  • Device Removal / methods*
  • Hip Prosthesis*
  • Humans
  • Reoperation