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This study presents a semi-automated workflow for creating 11 subject-specific finite element models of the hip joint. The open-access models reveal significant inter-subject variability in hip joint simulations, crucial for understanding biomechanics.

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Area of Science:

  • Biomechanics
  • Computational modeling
  • Orthopedic research

Background:

  • Population-based finite element analysis (FEA) of hip joints is essential for understanding inter-subject variability in simulations.
  • Developing large subject-specific FEA models is challenging due to manual effort, simplification of anatomical representations, and non-conforming interfaces.
  • Lack of open access to these models hinders reproducibility.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To develop a novel semi-automated workflow for creating subject-specific hip joint finite element models.
  • To provide a repository of multiple, high-quality, subject-specific hip joint models for research.
  • To enable reproducible biomechanical simulations of the hip joint.

Main Methods:

  • Reconstruction of 11 healthy subject-specific models including sacrum, pelvic bones, proximal femurs, hip joints, sacroiliac joints, and pubic symphysis.
  • Generation of cartilages from bone geometries derived from CT scans.
  • Creation of volume meshes with conforming interfaces for the entire complex, evaluated using mesh quality metrics and simulations.

Main Results:

  • Clinical expert inspection confirmed high-quality discretization and accurate geometries for all models.
  • Simulations demonstrated smooth stress patterns.
  • Variance among subjects highlighted the impact of inter-subject variability and asymmetry on predicted biomechanical results.

Conclusions:

  • The study provides one of the largest repositories of hip joint finite element models.
  • Detailed research data, including models and software tools, are openly accessible on GitHub to empower clinical researchers.
  • Future work aims to expand model complexity by including additional anatomical structures.