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[Medium-term results using the cement-free link endoprosthesis. Ribbed shaft V socket]
1Orthopädische und Rheumaorthopädische Abteilung des Diakonie-Krankenhauses Bad Kreuznach.
Zeitschrift Fur Orthopadie Und Ihre Grenzgebiete
|November 1, 1993
Summary
The uncemented "Link" hip system showed excellent results in total hip replacement for younger patients. With low revision rates and improved pain, walking, and motion, it is a viable alternative.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomaterials Engineering
Background:
- Total hip replacement (THR) is a common procedure for hip osteoarthritis.
- Uncemented implants offer potential advantages in younger, active patients.
- The
- Link
- hip system (Rib-Type V socket) is an anatomical implant designed for primary THR.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the clinical outcomes and survivorship of the uncemented
- Link
- hip system in primary total hip replacement.
- To assess functional improvements in pain, walking ability, and range of motion.
Main Methods:
- A retrospective study of 340 primary implantations using the uncemented
- Link
- hip system (Rib-Type V socket).
- Average follow-up duration of 3.2 years.
- Outcomes assessed using the Merle d'Aubigné score.
Main Results:
- Low revision rates: 2.17% for the rib stem and 0.77% for the socket.
- Significant improvements in Merle d'Aubigné scores: pain (2.87 to 5.38), walking ability (3.68 to 5.27).
- Enhanced range of motion from 133 degrees to 199 degrees.
Conclusions:
- The uncemented
- Link
- hip system demonstrates a high rate of good and satisfying results.
- This anatomical implant system is a favorable alternative for total hip replacement in younger patient populations.