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[Our experience with the Monk-"soft-top"-endoprosthesis (author's transl)]
Zeitschrift Fur Orthopadie Und Ihre Grenzgebiete
|October 1, 1981
Summary
Monk "soft-top" femoral head prostheses showed satisfying results for hip fracture patients. No severe complications from polyethylene debris or acetabular protrusion occurred during 12-48 months follow-up.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomaterials Science
Context:
- Femoral neck fractures are common, often requiring prosthetic replacement.
- Assessing the long-term efficacy and safety of novel prostheses is crucial.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the clinical outcomes of Monk "soft-top" femoral head prostheses.
- To assess complications associated with high-density polyethylene (HDPE) debris and acetabular protrusion.
Summary:
- 31 patients with femoral neck fractures received Monk "soft-top" prostheses.
- Follow-up ranged from 12 to 48 months.
- No severe complications related to HDPE debris or acetabular protrusion were observed.
Impact:
- Suggests Monk "soft-top" prostheses are a safe and effective option for select femoral neck fracture patients.
- Provides valuable data on the biocompatibility and mechanical integrity of HDPE in hip arthroplasty.