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[Isolated stem fracture in total hip replacement]
1Katedry i Kliniki Ortopedii PAM w Szczecinie.
Chirurgia Narzadow Ruchu I Ortopedia Polska
|January 1, 1995
Summary
Fatigue fracture of the Weller stem was analyzed. Excessive body weight, inadequate stem length, and material defects were identified as key contributors to this orthopedic implant failure.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic surgery
- Biomaterials science
- Mechanical engineering
Background:
- The Weller stem is a type of orthopedic implant used in hip replacement surgery.
- Implant failure can lead to significant patient morbidity and revision surgeries.