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Revision of failed hip resurfacing
Clinical Orthopaedics and Related Research
|September 1, 1983
Summary
Hip resurfacing arthroplasty offers potential advantages, including easier revision. A review of 28 resurfaced hips converted to stemmed arthroplasties showed nearly 90% satisfactory function, suggesting better revision outcomes than traditional stemmed hip surgery.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Biomaterials science
- Reconstructive surgery
Background:
- Hip resurfacing arthroplasty is an alternative to traditional stemmed hip implants.
- A theoretical advantage of hip resurfacing is improved 'revisability' if revision surgery is needed.