Hip dislocation is a common complication after total hip arthroplasty surgery. Newer prosthetic implants aim to reduce the risk of dislocation. The new dual mobility implant has a unique design that may result in intra-prosthetic dislocation. We report a case of a recurrently missed iatrogenic intra-prosthetic dislocation following closed reduction efforts in the emergency department (ED). Emergency physicians must be aware of the design, pitfalls, and management of this new prosthetic hip design.
Keywords: arthroplasty; dislocation; dual‐mobility; hip; iatrogenic.
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