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Woerner M, Koehn A, Morris P, Weber M, Renkawitz T, Grifka J, Craiovan B. Influence of avascular necrosis of the femoral head on hip prosthesis integration: a radiological analysis. Acta Radiol 2024; 65:76-83. [PMID: 37376763 DOI: 10.1177/02841851231183707] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND Avascular osteonecrosis of the femoral head (AVN) often results in total hip arthroplasty (THA). The cause for increased THA revision rates among patients with AVN is not yet fully understood. PURPOSE To perform a comparative radiological analysis of implant integration between patients with AVN and osteoarthritis (OA). MATERIAL AND METHODS After a matched pair analysis of 58 patients, 30 received THA due to OA, 28 due to AVN. X-ray images were evaluated after one week ("baseline") and on average 37.58 months postoperatively ("endline"). The prosthesis was grouped into 10 regions of interest (ROI): seven femoral and three acetabular. Incidence, width, and extent of "radiolucent lines" were measured within each zone. RESULTS Between baseline and endline, width and extent progressed more noticeably in all femoral and acetabular zones among patients with AVN. In femoral ROI 1, the width increased in 40% of AVN cases compared to 6.7% of OA cases. For acetabular ROI 3, the width increased in 26.7% of AVN cases compared to no perceived changes in the OA group. No signs of prosthetic loosening were found in the AVN group. CONCLUSION The increase of width and extent of radiolucent lines over time in patients with AVN could be a sign of lack of osteointegration. However, prosthetic loosening in absence of clinical symptoms cannot be deduced from radiological findings after medium-term postoperative follow-up. Further long-term studies are required to monitor how radiolucent lines develop in respect to long-term implant loosening. Dependent on bone quality, individually adapted reaming and broaching of the implant site are recommended.
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- Michael Woerner
- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Klinikum Bamberg, Bamberg, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedics, Regensburg University Medical Center, Bad Abbach, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedic and Trauma Surgery, Klinikum Bamberg, Bamberg, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedics, Regensburg University Medical Center, Bad Abbach, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedics, Heidelberg University, Heidelberg, Germany
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- Department of Orthopedics, Regensburg University Medical Center, Bad Abbach, Germany
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- Endoprothetik im Zentrum Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Philipps-Universität Marburg Fachbereich Medizin, Marburg, Germany
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Del Río-Arteaga M, Payo-Ollero J, Vallejo M, Serrano-Toledano D, García-Benítez B, Ribera J. Short neck-preserving femoral stem for total hip arthroplasty: medium-term results of a 68-case series. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2022; 142:2093-2101. [PMID: 34302520 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-021-04069-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/03/2021] [Accepted: 07/10/2021] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Short stems seem to be a good alternative for young patients as they offer promising results, rapid recovery and preservation of metaphyseal bone stock. This is one of the few studies in the literature to report medium-term clinical-radiological results for short hip stems. MATERIALS AND METHODS This prospective study evaluated 68 short femoral stems in 63 patients treated with total hip replacement. Clinical, functional and quality-of-life outcomes were measured at 6 and 12 months, and annually thereafter until the end of follow-up. The radiological analysis included measurements of potential leg length discrepancies, stem alignment and signs compatible with stress shielding. RESULTS Fifty-four males (59 hips) and nine females (9 hips) of an average age of 44.3 years (range, 25-68) were studied. The most common diagnosis was osteoarthritis (51.5%). Mean overall follow-up was 7.8 years (range, 5.8-9.8). The overall survival rate was 97.1% (95% CI 88.7-99.7%). Surgery resulted in an increase of 42.3 ± 1.1 points in the modified Harris Hip Score and 21.9 ± 0.6 points in the Oxford Hip Score (p < 0.001, respectively). Moreover, the pain score as measured on a numerical rating scale (NRS) improved from 95.8 to 36.3. As regards function, an improvement was observed from 3.2 ± 0.8 points to 6.8 ± 1.14 points on the University of California at Los Angeles activity score (p < 0.001, respectively). The radiological analysis showed an absence of radiolucencies or stress-shielding throughout the series. The complications rate at the end of follow-up was 5.7%. CONCLUSIONS The use of ultra-short cylindrical stems with complete anchorage in the femoral neck was shown to offer promising medium-term results. Such stems appear to be a good option for young patients, who are likely to require several revisions over their lifetime.
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- Marta Del Río-Arteaga
- Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology Department, Hospital San Juan de Dios del Aljarafe, Av. San Juan de Dios, s/n, 41930, Bormujos, Sevilla, Spain.
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- Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology Department, Hospital Viamed Santa Ángela de la Cruz, Av. de Jerez, 59, 41014, Sevilla, Spain
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- Musculoskeletal Radiology Department, Hospital Virgen del Rocio, Av. Manuel Siurot s/n, 41013, Sevilla, Spain
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- Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology Department, Hospital Viamed Santa Ángela de la Cruz, Av. de Jerez, 59, 41014, Sevilla, Spain
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- Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology Department, Hospital San Juan de Dios del Aljarafe, Av. San Juan de Dios, s/n, 41930, Bormujos, Sevilla, Spain
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- Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology Department, Hospital Viamed Santa Ángela de la Cruz, Av. de Jerez, 59, 41014, Sevilla, Spain
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Malhotra R, Gupta S, Gupta V, Manhas V. Risk Factors and Outcomes Associated with Intraoperative Fractures during Short-Stem Total Hip Arthroplasty for Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head. Clin Orthop Surg 2022; 14:41-47. [PMID: 35251540 PMCID: PMC8858895 DOI: 10.4055/cios21041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2021] [Revised: 06/10/2021] [Accepted: 07/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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Background Young age in osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) demands bone-preserving, short-stem arthroplasty. Several designs including neck-preserving stems and neck-resecting, shortened, standard stems are classified as short stems. There is a paucity of literature investigating risk factors and outcomes of intraoperative complications of neck preserving, short-stem arthroplasty in ONFH. Methods A total of 107 hips operated with METHA short-stem arthroplasty for ONFH were retrospectively evaluated. The mean age of patients was 43.7 years (range, 27–60 years). Nine patients had an intraoperative fracture. Seven hips received prophylactic cerclage wiring for poor bone quality. Patients were invited for clinical and radiological evaluation at the latest follow-up. Results The mean follow-up of patients was 47.2 months. Significant association with intraoperative fractures and the need for prophylactic cerclage wiring were found in steroids-, alcohol-, and chronic renal failure-induced ONFH. However, patient sex, body mass index, traumatic/idiopathic ONFH, previous implant in situ, prosthesis size, and single-sitting bilateral total hip replacement (THA) were not the risk factors. All hips showed signs of osteointegration at final follow-up. No revision was done during the study period for any cause. Conclusions METHA short-stem THA offers excellent functional and radiological outcomes in ONFH. However, precaution must be exercised in patients with steroids-, alcohol-, and renal disorders-induced ONFN due to poor bone quality and higher chances of intraoperative fractures. Also, additional measures such as the use of a high-speed burr and prophylactic cerclage wiring in ONFH may allow predictable and safe use of short stems.
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- Rajesh Malhotra
- Department of Orthopedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Teaching Block, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Orthopedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Teaching Block, New Delhi, India
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- Department of Community Ophthalmology, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), New Delhi, India
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- Department of Orthopedics, All India Institute of Medical Sciences (AIIMS), Teaching Block, New Delhi, India
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Zhang H, Yu Z, Sun F, Jin J. Overexpression of CRABP2 inhibits dexamethasone-induced apoptosis in human osteoblast cells. J Orthop Surg Res 2021; 16:272. [PMID: 33879199 PMCID: PMC8059161 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-021-02386-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/25/2021] [Accepted: 03/29/2021] [Indexed: 12/23/2022] Open
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Background The purpose of the current study was to explore the role and underlying mechanism of cellular retinoic acid binding protein 2 (CRABP2) in dexamethasone (DEX)-induced apoptosis in human osteoblast cells. Methods GSE10311 was downloaded from the Gene Expression Omnibus (GEO) database to identify the differentially expressed genes (DEGs) by the limma/R package. Primary human osteoblast was isolated and treated with different concentration of DEX (0, 10-8, 10-7, 10-6, 10-5, and 10-4 mol/L), and cell viability and flow cytometry were used to detect cell proliferation and apoptosis. A CRABP2 overexpression plasmid (oe-CRABP2) was used to overexpress CRABP2, and western blotting was conducted to detect protein expression. Results We found that CRABP2 was downregulated in the DEX-treated group. Kyoto Encyclopedia of Genes and Genomes (KEGG) pathway analyses indicated that DEGs were associated with PI3K/Akt signaling pathway. DEX downregulated CRABP2 gene and protein expression, inhibited viability, and induced human osteoblast apoptosis. Overexpression of CRABP2 reversed DEX-induced apoptosis in human osteoblast. Moreover, overexpression of CRABP2 delayed the progression of DEX-induced osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) animal model. Conclusion In conclusion, CRABP2 is effective at inhibiting DEX-induced human osteoblast apoptosis and delayed ONFH progression.
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- Haiping Zhang
- Department of Orthopaedics, Affiliated Hospital 2 of Nantong University, Nantong University, Nantong, 226000, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Affiliated Hospital 2 of Nantong University, Nantong University, Nantong, 226000, Jiangsu, People's Republic of China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Huangshi Central Hospital (Affiliated Hospital of Hubei Polytechnic University), Edong Healthcare Group, Huangshi, 435000, Hubei, People's Republic of China. .,Medical College, Wuhan University of Science and Technology, Wuhan, China.
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- Department of Endocrinology, the Affiliated Hospital of Xuzhou medical University, Xuzhou, 221000, China.
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Butler Ransohoff C, Matziolis G, Eijer H. Calcium dobesilate (Doxium®) in bone marrow edema syndrome and suspected osteonecrosis of the hip joint - A case series. J Orthop 2020; 21:449-452. [PMID: 32982099 DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2020.08.035] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2020] [Revised: 07/15/2020] [Accepted: 08/28/2020] [Indexed: 10/23/2022] Open
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Osteonecrosis of the femoral head is a disease that leads to gradual degeneration of the hip joint causing immobility and a devastating impairment of quality of life. Early stage disease is characterised by a bone marrow edema of the proximal femur, a sight it shares with bone marrow edema syndrome. Although total hip arthroplasty offers quick symptom relief and functionally appealing results the treatment remains challenging, with its particularly young patients and considering limited non-invasive treatment options. We treated 6 patients with bone marrow edema in MRI and suspected osteonecrosis of the hip joint with calcium dobesilate, a vasoactive agent used in the treatment of diabetic retinopathy. We could demonstrate rapid symptom relief and concomitant disease remission on control MRI in early stage disease without any adverse events. Patients at advanced stages benefited in terms of pain reduction, but the treatment failed to halt disease progression. To the best of our knowledge, this is the first report of the therapeutic administration of calcium dobesilate in patients with bone marrow edema syndrome or osteonecrosis of the hip joint.
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- Orthopaedic Department of the Waldkliniken Eisenberg, Orthopaedic Professorship of the University Hospital Jena, Campus Eisenberg, Klosterlausnitzer Straße 81, 07607, Eisenberg, Germany
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- Regionalspital Emmental, Orthopaedic Department, Oberburgstrasse 54, 3400, Burgdorf, Switzerland
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Mont MA, Salem HS, Piuzzi NS, Goodman SB, Jones LC. Nontraumatic Osteonecrosis of the Femoral Head: Where Do We Stand Today?: A 5-Year Update. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2020; 102:1084-1099. [PMID: 32282421 PMCID: PMC7508290 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.19.01271] [Citation(s) in RCA: 154] [Impact Index Per Article: 38.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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➢. Clinicians should exercise a high level of suspicion in at-risk patients (those who use corticosteroids, consume excessive alcohol, have sickle cell disease, etc.) in order to diagnose osteonecrosis of the femoral head in its earliest stage. ➢. Nonoperative treatment modalities have generally been ineffective at halting progression. Thus, nonoperative treatment is not appropriate in early stages when one is attempting to preserve the native joint, except potentially on rare occasions for small-sized, medially located lesions, which may heal without surgery. ➢. Joint-preserving procedures should be attempted in early-stage lesions to save the femoral head. ➢. Cell-based augmentation of joint-preserving procedures continues to show promising results, and thus should be considered as an ancillary treatment method that may improve clinical outcomes. ➢. The outcomes of total hip arthroplasty in the setting of osteonecrosis are excellent, with results similar to those in patients who have an underlying diagnosis of osteoarthritis.
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- Michael A. Mont
- Lenox Hill Hospital, New York, NY,Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio,Email address for M.A. Mont:
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- Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, Maryland
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Primary stability of calcar-guided short-stem total hip arthroplasty in the treatment of osteonecrosis of the femoral head: migration analysis using EBRA-FCA. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2020; 140:2091-2100. [PMID: 33011847 PMCID: PMC7674354 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-020-03610-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/07/2020] [Accepted: 09/25/2020] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) is a disabling condition that often results in secondary arthritis necessitating total hip arthroplasty (THA). Short-stem THA has constantly gained popularity. It remains controversial, whether ONFH represents a risk factor for failure after the implantation of short stems with pronounced metaphyseal anchorage. The potential spread of the osteonecrotic area and bone marrow edema into the metaphyseal bone might result in compromised stability. Early implant migration is considered predictive of subsequent aseptic loosening. The purpose of this study was a migration analysis of a modern, calcar-guided short-stem implant in patients with ONFH in a mid-term follow-up. MATERIALS AND METHODS This retrospective analysis investigated the migration pattern of 45 calcar-guided short stems in patients with ONFH, using Einzel-Bild-Roentgen-Analyse Femoral-Component-Analysis (EBRA-FCA). Influencing factors such as ARCO categories, age, gender, body weight and BMI were analyzed. Complications and adverse events were documented. RESULTS At mid-term [48.1 months (SD 20.7 months)], mean axial migration was 1.56 mm (SD 1.77 mm). Mean migration rate stabilized after 2 years. No influence of ARCO categories, age and BMI was found. A tendency of increased axial migration was observed in male patients and in overweight patients. No revision surgeries had to be performed during follow-up. CONCLUSION The results indicate a migration pattern comparable to that of primary osteoarthritis patients with slight initial migration under full load followed by subsequent stabilization in the metaphyseal femur. The 100% survival rate at mid-term supports the usage of this short-stem design in patients with ONFH.
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Xue Z, Sun J, Li T, Huang Z, Chen W. How to evaluate the clinical outcome of joint-preserving treatment for osteonecrosis of the femoral head: development of a core outcome set. J Orthop Surg Res 2019; 14:317. [PMID: 31597557 PMCID: PMC6785903 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-019-1364-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/16/2019] [Accepted: 09/05/2019] [Indexed: 12/24/2022] Open
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Background This study aimed to develop a core outcome set (COS) for clinical trials of joint-preserving treatment for osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH), that is, to define a minimal set of outcomes that should be reported in such trials. Methods A mixed research method was adopted in this study. First, clinical trials of hip preservation therapy were systematically researched and analyzed. Second, a three-round Delphi survey involving both doctors and patients was carried out to obtain the core outcome indicators. Round 1 was a modified Delphi questionnaire for doctors and patients to determine which outcomes are important to these stakeholders, round 2 determined what clinical evaluation core outcomes should be included for the joint-preserving treatment of ONFH, and round 3 determined how core outcomes should be measured. Finally, a consensus meeting was held to discuss and vote on the established COS. Results The results of the systematic review showed that 42 outcome indicators were classified according to common signs and symptoms, quality of life, long-term outcomes, radiological evaluation, blood biochemistry, and indexes of safety. The three rounds of Delphi surveys completed the selection of indicators for the COS and the determination of the corresponding measurements. A total of 73 orthopedic doctors and 103 patients participated in round 1, and the top 10 indicators selected were basically the same. In round 2, 32 experts identified the following indicators: pain, range of motion (ROM) of hip flexion, walking distance, and stable rating of X-ray images. In round 3, 35 experts defined the measurement of each indicator. Finally, the consensus meeting identified the four indicators aforementioned that constituted the COS. The scores for pain, ROM of hip flexion, and walking distance are from 0 to 10; 0 represents the best scores, while 10 represents the most serious impairment. The stable rating of X-ray images is determined by the morphology of the femoral head and the change in the density of the necrotic area. Conclusions We established a COS for hip-preserving treatment of ONFH that includes four indicators: pain, ROM of hip flexion, walking distance, and stable rating of X-ray images.
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- Zhipeng Xue
- Department of Orthopaedics, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Wangjing Hospital, No. 6 Zhonghuannanlu, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100102, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Wangjing Hospital, No. 6 Zhonghuannanlu, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100102, China
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- Institute of Chinese Materia Medica, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Beijing, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Wangjing Hospital, No. 6 Zhonghuannanlu, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100102, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, China Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences, Wangjing Hospital, No. 6 Zhonghuannanlu, Chaoyang District, Beijing, 100102, China.
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Betsch M, Tingart M, Driessen A, Quack V, Rath B. [Total hip replacement in avascular femoral head necrosis]. DER ORTHOPADE 2019; 47:751-756. [PMID: 30094647 DOI: 10.1007/s00132-018-3617-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/24/2023]
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BACKGROUND Avascular necrosis of the femoral head is a progressive perfusion disorder of the hip joint. Progress in avascular necrosis causes structural damage to the affected joint, often requiring total hip replacement. AIM This article is intended to give the reader an overview of the current literature on total hip replacement of patients with an avascular necrosis of the femoral head. RESULTS Before 1990, patients with avascular necrosis of the femoral head had significantly higher revision rates after total hip replacement. Recent studies, however, showed no significant differences in clinical outcomes after total hip replacement in femoral head necrosis and primary osteoarthritis. Despite the young age of the patients, good long-term clinical results can be expected even in patients with an avascular necrosis of the femoral head after total hip replacement.
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- M Betsch
- Klinik für Orthopädie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Deutschland.
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- Klinik für Orthopädie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Orthopädie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Orthopädie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Orthopädie, Uniklinik RWTH Aachen, Pauwelsstraße 30, 52074, Aachen, Deutschland
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Roth A, Beckmann J, Bohndorf K, Heiß C, Jäger M, Landgraeber S, Maus U, Nöth U, Peters KM, Rader C, Reppenhagen S, Smolenski U, Kopp I, Tingart M. [Update of the German S3 guideline on atraumatic femoral head necrosis in adults]. DER ORTHOPADE 2019; 47:757-769. [PMID: 30116852 DOI: 10.1007/s00132-018-3620-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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The update of the German S3 guideline on atraumatic femoral head necrosis in adults aims to provide an overview of diagnosis and treatment. All clinical studies, systematic reviews, and meta-analyses published in German or English between 01.05.2013 and 30.04.2017 were included. Of 427 studies, 28 were suitable for analysis. Risk factors are corticosteroids, chemotherapy, kidney transplants, hemoglobinopathies, and alcoholism. Differential diagnoses are for example bone marrow edema, insufficiency fracture, and destructive arthropathy. Radiography should be performed upon clinical suspicion. In patients with normal radiography findings but persistent complaints, magnetic resonance imaging (ARCO classification) is the method of choice. Computed tomography (CT) can be used to confirm/exclude articular surface collapse. A subchondral sclerosis zone >30% in CT indicates a better prognosis. Left untreated, a subchondral fracture will develop within 2 years. The risk of disease development in the opposite side is high during the first 2 years, but unlikely thereafter. In conservative therapy, iloprost and alendronate can be used in a curative approach, the latter for small, primarily medial necrosis. Conservative therapy alone as well as other drug-based and physical approaches are not suitable for treatment. No particular joint-preserving surgery can currently be recommended. Core decompression should be performed in early stages with <30% necrosis. From ARCO stage IIIc or in stage IV, the indication for total hip arthroplasty should be checked. Results after total hip arthroplasty are comparable with those after coxarthrosis, although the revision rate is higher due to the relatively young age of patients. Statements on the effectiveness of cell-based therapies such as expanded stem cells or bone marrow aspirates cannot currently be made.
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- Andreas Roth
- Klinik und Poliklinik für Orthopädie, Unfallchirurgie, und Plastische Chirurgie, Bereich Endoprothetik/Orthopädie, Universitätsklinikum Leipzig AöR, Liebigstr. 20, Haus 4, 04103, Leipzig, Deutschland.
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- Sektion Endoprothetik, Sportklinik Stuttgart, Stuttgart, Deutschland
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- Universitätsklinik und Poliklinik für Diagnostische Radiologie, Martin-Luther Universität Halle-Wittenberg, Halle/Saale, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Unfallchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Gießen-Marburg, Standort Gießen, Gießen, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Essen, Essen, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Universitätsklinikum Essen, Essen, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Orthopädie und orthopädische Chirurgie, Universitätsklinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Pius-Hospital, Oldenburg, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Orthopädie und Unfallchirurgie, Evangelisches Waldkrankenhaus Berlin/Spandau, Berlin, Deutschland
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- Orthopädie und Osteologie, Dr. Becker Rhein-Sieg-Klinik, Nümbrecht, Deutschland
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- Franziskushospital Aachen, Praxisklinik Orthopädie Aachen, Aachen, Deutschland
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- Orthopädische Klinik König-Ludwig-Haus, Julius-Maximilians-Universität Würzburg, Würzburg, Deutschland
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- Institut für Physiotherapie, Friedrich-Schiller Universität Jena, Jena, Deutschland
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- AWMF-Institut, Philipps-Universität Marburg, Marburg, Deutschland
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- Klinik für Orthopädie, Universitätsklinikum Aachen, Aachen, Deutschland
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Miladi M, Villain B, Mebtouche N, Bégué T, Aurégan JC. Interest of short implants in hip arthroplasty for osteonecrosis of the femoral head: comparative study "uncemented short" vs "cemented conventional" femoral stems. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2018; 42:1669-1674. [PMID: 29761221 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-018-3981-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2018] [Accepted: 05/04/2018] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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PURPOSES Osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) is a dramatic condition resulting in joint destruction in the late stages. Total hip arthroplasty allows function recovery with satisfactory implant survival. Recently, the use of uncemented short stems has been suggested to improve the conservation of bone stock. METHODS We performed a retrospective study on 16 hip arthroplasties-11 patients-implanted for ONFH between 2008 and 2017. We aimed to compare the outcomes of the two types of arthroplasty-"uncemented short" vs "cemented conventional" femoral stem-in terms of pain (visual analogue scale), function (Harris Hip Score), and survival (radiography). RESULTS We included six "uncemented short" and ten "cemented conventional" femoral stems. Mean pre-operative EVA was 7.5 and the mean HHS was 40.3. At last follow-up of seven years, mean VAS was 1.2 (SD ± 0.83) in the "uncemented short" group and 1.6 (SD ± 0.97) in the "cemented conventional" group. Mean HHS was 94 (SD ± 0.81) in the "uncemented short" group and 92.6 (SD ± 2.69) in the "cemented conventional" group. However, radiographic analysis revealed a lower stress shielding in the "uncemented short" stem group. One complication occurred (hip dislocation in the "cemented conventional" stem group). CONCLUSION Uncemented short stems total hip arthroplasties may be an interesting alternative to more conventional implants with similar functional results but less stress shielding and a bone stock economy in this young population of patients.
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- Mehdi Miladi
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Antoine Béclère Hospital, AP-HP, Paris Sud Saclay University, 157 rue de la Porte de Trivaux, 92140, Clamart, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Antoine Béclère Hospital, AP-HP, Paris Sud Saclay University, 157 rue de la Porte de Trivaux, 92140, Clamart, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Antoine Béclère Hospital, AP-HP, Paris Sud Saclay University, 157 rue de la Porte de Trivaux, 92140, Clamart, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Antoine Béclère Hospital, AP-HP, Paris Sud Saclay University, 157 rue de la Porte de Trivaux, 92140, Clamart, France
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Antoine Béclère Hospital, AP-HP, Paris Sud Saclay University, 157 rue de la Porte de Trivaux, 92140, Clamart, France.
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Schnurr C, Loucif A, Patzer T, Schellen B, Beckmann J, Eysel P. Short stem survival after osteonecrosis of the femoral head. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2018; 138:573-579. [PMID: 29396635 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-018-2892-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2017] [Indexed: 12/22/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Short stems were developed as a bone-conserving alternative especially for the young hip arthroplasty patient. Patients suffering from osteonecrosis of the femoral head are frequently younger than primary arthritis patients. The outcome of short stems in these patients remains unclear. The aim of our study was to compare mid-term survival of short stems after osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) and primary arthritis. MATERIALS AND METHODS Data on short stem implantations over a 10-year period were collected. Demographic data and X-ray measurements before and after surgery were recorded. Indication for operation was determined from medical records and X-rays. Patients were asked by post about any revision. Reason for revision was identified by analysis of operation protocols. Short stem revision rates were analyzed using Kaplan-Meier charts, comparing 212 ONFH patients (231 operations) and 1284 primary arthritis patients (1455 operations). RESULTS Follow-up time averaged 5.3 and 6 years and was complete for 92% (ONFH) and 94% (primary arthritis) of the patients. ONFH patients were significantly younger (53 years vs. 59 years, p < 0.001) and more frequently male (55 vs. 42%, p < 0.001). The total revision rate did not differ between the two groups (8 years: 4.2 vs. 5.6%, p = ns). A trend towards more stem revisions was detected for ONFH patients (3 vs. 1.8%, p = ns). The aseptic stem loosening rate was significantly elevated for osteonecrosis patients (8 years: 2.6 vs. 0.7%, p = 0.013). CONCLUSIONS Our study showed elevated short stem loosening rates after ONFH. Similar results are published for classic cementless stems. The question of which stem is best for the young osteonecrosis patient cannot be answered yet. Consecutive studies directly comparing loosening rates of short and classic cementless stems in young osteonecrosis patients are required.
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- Christoph Schnurr
- Clinic of Orthopedic Surgery, St. Vinzenz Hospital Düsseldorf, Schloßstr. 85, 40477, Düsseldorf, Germany.
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- Clinic of Orthopedic Surgery, St. Vinzenz Hospital Düsseldorf, Schloßstr. 85, 40477, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Clinic of Orthopedic Surgery, St. Vinzenz Hospital Düsseldorf, Schloßstr. 85, 40477, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Clinic of Orthopedic Surgery, St. Vinzenz Hospital Düsseldorf, Schloßstr. 85, 40477, Düsseldorf, Germany
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- Department for Endoprosthetics Lower extremity, Sportklinik Stuttgart, Taubenheimstr. 8, 70372, Stuttgart, Germany
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- Clinic for Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, University of Cologne, Joseph-Stelzmann-Str. 9, 50924, Cologne, Germany
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Bone-preserving total hip arthroplasty in avascular necrosis of the hip-a matched-pairs analysis. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2018; 42:1509-1516. [PMID: 29569139 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-018-3896-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/26/2018] [Accepted: 03/13/2018] [Indexed: 01/26/2023]
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PURPOSE Short-stem hip arthroplasty has the potential advantage of femoral bone stock preservation, especially in view of the expected revisions in the often relatively young patients. Despite short-stem hip prosthesis are increasingly used for total hip arthroplasty, there are no sufficient mid- and long-term results especially for patients with avascular femoral head osteonecrosis. The present study investigates mid-term functional results as well as the revision rate following implantation of a short-stem prosthesis. METHODS In the period 06/2005 until 12/2013, a total of 351 short-stem hip prostheses were implanted. The study included 331 complete data sets. A retrospective analysis was performed using the Oxford Hip Score. All revisions were registered. RESULTS In a total of 331 prostheses, the Oxford Hip Score was "excellent" in 66.2%, "good" in 12.7%, "fair" in 13.0%, and "poor" in 8.2% with a mean follow-up of 57.4 months (SD ± 29.8; range 24-115). In 26 cases, aseptic osteonecrosis of the hip was the indication (7.9%). The Oxford Hip Score was "excellent" in 66.7%, "good" in 0.0%, "fair" in 20.8%, and "poor" in 12.5%. The cumulated five year survival rate was 96.7%. CONCLUSION In mid-term observation, the Metha® short-stem prosthesis shows no disadvantage in functional outcome and in survival time compared to a standard hip stem. Providing a correct indication, the Metha® short stem is a valuable option in total hip arthroplasty for younger patients with avascular osteonecrosis of the femoral head. Evaluation has shown no significant differences between aseptic osteonecrosis and other indications.
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The outcome of the partial resurfacing arthroplasty of the hip shows high numbers of failures and conversion to total arthroplasty. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2017; 41:2001-2008. [PMID: 28819826 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-017-3594-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/19/2017] [Accepted: 07/24/2017] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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PURPOSE Local cartilage and bony defects, which are too large for joint preserving cartilage treatment are difficult to treat. The implantation of a mini-resurfacing implant (Hemicap®, 2med, Hamburg, Germany) may be a possible alternative treatment for these patients. This partial replacement fills the defect and restores a smooth and continuous articular surface. The aim of this study was to determine short- to midterm results of the treatment of local cartilage defects of the femoral head using the Hemicap®. METHODS Since 04/2011 16 patients with osteonecrosis of the femoral head greater ARCO stage II or local femoral cartilage lesions (< 35 mm) were treated with the implantation of the Hemicap® implant. A clinical and radiological follow-up was conducted. RESULTS The clinical results showed a significant improvement of the function and pain of the hip according to the Harris Hip Score from 56 (±14) preoperative to 77 (±15) post-operative 25 months after implantation of the Hemicap®. In the meantime, in four patients the Hemicap® had to be converted to a total hip arthroplasty due to loosening, progredience of the osteonecrosis or degeneration of the acetabulum. CONCLUSIONS The implantation of the mini-resurfacing implant Hemicap® seemed to be an alternative treatment for local cartilage defects of the femoral head to postpone the implantation of a total hip arthroplasty. However, the clinical outcome seems to be inferior to total hip arthroplasty. Furthermore, due to a high rate of conversion to total hip arthroplasty (25%) the application of this implant is questionable. If the implant is considered as a treatment option at least patient selection and enlightenment for this treatment with the high risk of failure and progression of osteoarthritis is very important.
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Capone A, Bienati F, Torchia S, Podda D, Marongiu G. Short stem total hip arthroplasty for osteonecrosis of the femoral head in patients 60 years or younger: a 3- to 10-year follow-up study. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2017; 18:301. [PMID: 28716026 PMCID: PMC5513025 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-017-1662-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 37] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/26/2017] [Accepted: 07/09/2017] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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Background In young patients with osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH), short-stem total hip arthroplasty (THA) could allow a potential advantage in preserving metaphyseal bone-stock, when revision surgery might become necessary. However, only a few studies have evaluated the outcome of short-stem THAs in ONFH. We reviewed the prospectively collected data of a cementless partial neck-retaining short-stem with ceramic-on-ceramic bearings in ONFH patients. Methods Thirty patients (37 hips) younger than 60 years (mean age at surgery, 51.5 years) underwent THA with the NANOS® stem (Smith and Nephew, Marl, Germany) from January 2006 to December 2012. All patients received a 32-mm or 36 mm ceramic femoral head. Harris hip score, WOMAC and UCLA activity score were recorded. Postoperative radiographs were evaluated for bone-implant fixation and osteolysis. Further analysis correlated clinical findings with implants characteristics and patient demographics at mean 5.6 years’ follow-up (range, 3–10 years). Results The clinical and functional results improved significantly (p < 0.001). At latest follow-up, mean HHS, WOMAC, and UCLA activity scores were 90 (range, 71–100), 94 (range, 76–100), and 6.3 (range, 4–10) points, respectively. The diameter of the femoral head did not influence the clinical outcome (p = 0.661). All hips showed bone ingrowth fixation of the acetabular and femoral components. No patients showed osteolysis. No revision for any reason was performed during the study period. Conclusions The excellent clinical results and fixation pattern at mean 5.6 years’ follow-up reveal this implant as a reliable option in advanced stage of ONFH either. Further investigations are crucial to determine the long-term durability and to assess whether the association of ceramic-on-ceramic bearings, can be useful to achieve longer survivorship and lower complications rates. Trial registration Registry number: ISRCTN 91336248; date of registration: 04/07/2017.
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- Antonio Capone
- Orthopaedic Clinic of the Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Ospedale Marino, Lungomare Poetto 12, 09126, Cagliari, Italy
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- Orthopaedic Clinic of the Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Ospedale Marino, Lungomare Poetto 12, 09126, Cagliari, Italy
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- Orthopaedic Clinic of the Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Ospedale Marino, Lungomare Poetto 12, 09126, Cagliari, Italy
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- Trauma and Orthopaedic Department, Ospedale Santissima Trinità, Via Is Mirrionis 92, 09121, Cagliari, Italy
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- Orthopaedic Clinic of the Department of Surgical Science, University of Cagliari, Ospedale Marino, Lungomare Poetto 12, 09126, Cagliari, Italy.
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Gabarre S, Herrera A, Ibarz E, Mateo J, Gil-Albarova J, Gracia L. Comparative Analysis of the Biomechanical Behaviour of Two Cementless Short Stems for Hip Replacement: Linea Anatomic and Minihip. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0158411. [PMID: 27391328 PMCID: PMC4938462 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0158411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/24/2015] [Accepted: 06/15/2016] [Indexed: 12/18/2022] Open
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A comparative study between two stems (Linea Anatomic and Minihip) has been performed in order to analyse the differences in their biomechanical behaviour, concerning stem micromotions and load transmission between stem and bone. From the corresponding finite element models, a parametric study was carried out to quantify ranges of micromotions taking into account: friction coefficient in the stem-bone interface, press-fit and two types of gait cycle. Micromotions were evaluated for each stem at six different levels along repeated gait cycles. An initial and marked stem subsidence at the beginning of the simulation was observed, followed by an asymptotic decrease due to friction forces. Once migration occurs, a repeated reversible cyclic micromotion is developed and stabilized as gait cycle times are simulated. The general motion pattern exhibited higher amplitude of micromotion for Minihip compared to Linea stem. The load transmission mechanism was analyzed, identifying the main internal forces. The results show higher local forces for Minihip stem up to 80% greater than for Linea stem. The differences of design between Minihip and Linea conditioned different distributions of load, influencing the posterior stress-shielding. Consequently, short stems require high bone stock and quality should, being indicated for young patients with high bone quality.
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- Sergio Gabarre
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Aragón Institute for Engineering Research, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Aragón Health Sciences Institute, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Aragón Institute for Engineering Research, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Aragón Health Sciences Institute, Zaragoza, Spain
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Miguel Servet University Hospital, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Surgery, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Aragón Health Sciences Institute, Zaragoza, Spain
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Miguel Servet University Hospital, Zaragoza, Spain
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, University of Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
- Aragón Institute for Engineering Research, Zaragoza, Spain
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Acklin YP, Jenni R, Bereiter H, Thalmann C, Stoffel K. Prospective clinical and radiostereometric analysis of the Fitmore short-stem total hip arthroplasty. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2016; 136:277-84. [PMID: 26739137 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-015-2401-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 26] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/31/2015] [Indexed: 01/28/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Uncemented short, curved femoral stems may help save proximal bone stock during total hip arthroplasty (THA) and facilitate insertion in minimal invasive surgery. The aim of this 2 year, prospective, single-center study was to examine the stability and migration of the Fitmore (®) stem in THA using model-based radiostereometric analysis (RSA), and thus predict the implant's long-term survival. In addition, we evaluated the stem's clinical performance using standard clinical measures. PATIENTS AND METHODS We conducted a prospective cohort study of 34 THA patients who received the short Fitmore Hip Stem (Zimmer, Winterthur, Switzerland). At 3, 6, 12 and 24 months postoperatively, the patients underwent clinical evaluation and radiostereometric analysis (RSA) to measure stem migration. RESULTS RSA analysis revealed a mean subsidence of -0.39 mm (95 % CI -0.60 to -0.18) at 3 months with no further migration after 2 years. Mean internal rotation along the longitudinal axis was 1.09° (95 % CI 0.52-1.66) at 2 years, versus 0.85° (95 % CI 0.44-1.26) at 3 months. The Harris hip score improved from 60 (range 30-80) preoperatively to 99 (range 83-100) after 2 years. Three patients underwent revision due to deep infection, non-specific thigh pain and aseptic loosening in one case. CONCLUSION We conclude that the Fitmore Hip Stem stabilizes after 3 months and achieves good short-term clinical results in most cases.
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- Yves P Acklin
- Orthopedic Surgery, Kantonsspital Graubünden, Loestrasse 99, 7000, Chur, Switzerland.
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Kantonsspital Graubünden, Loestrasse 99, 7000, Chur, Switzerland
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Kantonsspital Graubünden, Loestrasse 99, 7000, Chur, Switzerland
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Kantonsspital Graubünden, Loestrasse 99, 7000, Chur, Switzerland
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- Orthopedic Surgery, Kantonsspital Baselland, Rheinstrasse 26, Liestal, Switzerland
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Geometric analysis of an expandable reamer for treatment of avascular necrosis of the femoral head. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2015; 135:1357-62. [PMID: 26185054 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-015-2287-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/01/2014] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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"Advanced core decompression" (ACD) is a treatment option for osteonecrosis of the femoral head (ONFH) that aims at complete removal of the necrotic tissue using a percutaneous expandable reamer and refilling of the head with an osteoconductive bone-graft substitute. The objective of this study was to evaluate if the success of ACD depends on the amount of necrotic tissue remaining after the procedure and how efficiently the necrotic tissue can be removed with the current reamer. Three-dimensional models of proximal femora including ONFH were generated from the preoperative MRIs of 50 patients who underwent ACD. Best-case removal was calculated by geometrical analysis. In 28 of 50 cases, postoperative MRI was used to determine how much necrotic tissue had been removed. Prognostic values and correlations were evaluated in order to assess success or failure of the treatment. The amount of preoperative and remaining necrosis correlates significantly with treatment failure. The larger both volumes are, the more likely it is that treatment will fail. In patients with remaining necrosis of less than 1000 mm(3), no treatment failure was observed. The amount of necrosis actually removed differed significantly from the amount calculated as the best possible result. Simulation of the removal procedure showed that complete removal is not possible. These results led to the conclusion that the success of ACD depends on the amount of necrotic tissue remaining in the femoral head after the procedure. Modifications to the instrument are necessary to increase the amount of necrotic tissue that can be removed.
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