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Individualized Stem-positioning in Calcar-guided Short-stem Total Hip Arthroplasty
Published on: February 27, 2018
[Cemented stems in hip arthroplasty: history and evolution]
H Simesen-De Bielke1, A González-Della Valle, E A Salvati
1Hospital Weill Medical College of Cornell University, New York, USA.
Acta Ortopedica Mexicana
|April 19, 2012
Summary
Cemented femoral fixation offers numerous advantages, including adaptability to varied bone quality and precise implant positioning. This technique also minimizes fracture risks and postoperative pain, making it a reliable choice despite trends towards uncemented options.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Biomaterials engineering
- Surgical implant technology
Context:
- Growing trend towards uncemented femoral stems in hip arthroplasty.
- Misconceptions surrounding "cement disease" and perceived poor performance of cemented stems.
- Successful outcomes and ease of cementless acetabular fixation influencing perceptions.
Purpose:
- To highlight the enduring benefits and advantages of cemented femoral fixation in hip arthroplasty.
- To counter the trend towards uncemented stems by emphasizing the strengths of cemented fixation.
- To provide a balanced perspective on femoral fixation techniques in hip replacement surgery.
Summary:
- Cemented femoral fixation demonstrates high success rates across diverse bone morphologies and qualities.
- This technique allows for controlled femoral anteversion, independent of natural anatomy.
- It offers a low incidence of fractures, enables antibiotic delivery for infection prevention, and reduces postoperative leg pain.
Impact:
- Reinforces the value of cemented femoral fixation as a viable and advantageous option in hip arthroplasty.
- Provides evidence-based information to guide surgical decision-making regarding femoral fixation.
- Contributes to improved patient outcomes by advocating for a technique with proven benefits.
