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Ceramic head failure
1Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
The Journal of Arthroplasty
|December 1, 1995
Summary
A ceramic head in a total hip arthroplasty failed suddenly after 5 years of good function. Revision surgery involved replacing the broken ceramic head with a metal component and a new polyethylene liner.
Area of Science:
- Orthopedic Surgery
- Biomaterials Science
- Failure Analysis
Background:
- Total hip arthroplasty (THA) is a common procedure for hip joint replacement.
- Ceramic bearings are frequently used in THA due to their wear resistance.
- Component failure can lead to revision surgery and patient morbidity.