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Gibon E, Takakubo Y, Zwingenberger S, Gallo J, Takagi M, Goodman SB. Friend or foe? Inflammation and the foreign body response to orthopedic biomaterials. J Biomed Mater Res A 2024; 112:1172-1187. [PMID: 37656958 DOI: 10.1002/jbm.a.37599] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/23/2023] [Revised: 08/03/2023] [Accepted: 08/14/2023] [Indexed: 09/03/2023]
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The use of biomaterials and implants for joint replacement, fracture fixation, spinal stabilization and other orthopedic indications has revolutionized patient care by reliably decreasing pain and improving function. These surgical procedures always invoke an acute inflammatory reaction initially, that in most cases, readily subsides. Occasionally, chronic inflammation around the implant develops and persists; this results in unremitting pain and compromises function. The etiology of chronic inflammation may be specific, such as with infection, or be unknown. The histological hallmarks of chronic inflammation include activated macrophages, fibroblasts, T cell subsets, and other cells of the innate immune system. The presence of cells of the adaptive immune system usually indicates allergic reactions to metallic haptens. A foreign body reaction is composed of activated macrophages, giant cells, fibroblasts, and other cells often distributed in a characteristic histological arrangement; this reaction is usually due to particulate debris and other byproducts from the biomaterials used in the implant. Both chronic inflammation and the foreign body response have adverse biological effects on the integration of the implant with the surrounding tissues. Strategies to mitigate chronic inflammation and the foreign body response will enhance the initial incorporation and longevity of the implant, and thereby, improve long-term pain relief and overall function for the patient. The seminal research performed in the laboratory of Dr. James Anderson and co-workers has provided an inspirational and driving force for our laboratory's work on the interactions and crosstalk among cells of the mesenchymal, immune, and vascular lineages, and orthopedic biomaterials. Dr. Anderson's delineation of the fundamental biologic processes and mechanisms underlying acute and chronic inflammation, the foreign body response, resolution, and eventual functional integration of implants in different organ systems has provided researchers with a strategic approach to the use of biomaterials to improve health in numerous clinical scenarios.
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- Emmanuel Gibon
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation, Yamagata University, Faculty of Medicine, Yamagata, Japan
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- University Center for Orthopaedics, Traumatology, and Plastic Surgery, University Hospital Carl Gustav Carus at Technische Universität Dresden, Dresden, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Faculty of Medicine and Dentistry, Palacky University Olomouc Teaching Hospital, Olomouc, Czech Republic
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Yamagata University Faculty of Medicine, Yamagata, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and (by courtesy) Bioengineering, Stanford University Medical Center Outpatient Center, California, USA
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Leal J, Holland CT, Cochrane NH, Seyler TM, Jiranek WA, Wellman SS, Bolognesi MP, Ryan SP. The relationship between pseudotumours and infected complications in patients who have undergone metal-on-metal total hip arthroplasty. Bone Joint J 2024; 106-B:555-564. [PMID: 38821507 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.106b6.bjj-2023-1370.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/02/2024]
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Aims This study aims to assess the relationship between history of pseudotumour formation secondary to metal-on-metal (MoM) implants and periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) rate, as well as establish ESR and CRP thresholds that are suggestive of infection in these patients. We hypothesized that patients with a pseudotumour were at increased risk of infection. Methods A total of 1,171 total hip arthroplasty (THA) patients with MoM articulations from August 2000 to March 2014 were retrospectively identified. Of those, 328 patients underwent metal artefact reduction sequence MRI and had minimum two years' clinical follow-up, and met our inclusion criteria. Data collected included demographic details, surgical indication, laterality, implants used, history of pseudotumour, and their corresponding preoperative ESR (mm/hr) and CRP (mg/dl) levels. Multivariate logistic regression modelling was used to evaluate PJI and history of pseudotumour, and receiver operating characteristic curves were created to assess the diagnostic capabilities of ESR and CRP to determine the presence of infection in patients undergoing revision surgery. Results The rate of PJI for all identified MoM THAs was 3.5% (41/1,171), with a mean follow-up of 10.9 years (2.0 to 20.4). Of the patients included in the final cohort, 8.2% (27/328) had PJI, with a mean follow-up of 12.2 years (2.3 to 20.4). Among this cohort, 31.1% (102/328) had a history of pseudotumour. The rate of PJI in these patients was 14.7% (15/102), which was greater than those without pseudotumour, 5.3% (12/226) (p = 0.008). Additionally, logistic regression analysis showed an association between history of pseudotumour and PJI (odds ratio 4.36 (95% confidence interval 1.77 to 11.3); p = 0.002). Optimal diagnostic cutoffs for PJI in patients with history of pseudotumour versus those without were 33.1 mm/hr and 24.5 mm/hr for ESR and 7.37 mg/dl and 1.88 mg/dl for CRP, respectively. Conclusion Patients with history of pseudotumour secondary to MoM THA had a higher likelihood of infection than those without. While suspicion of infection should be high for these patients, ESR and CRP cutoffs published by the European Bone and Joint Infection Society may not be appropriate for patients with a history of pseudotumour, as ESR and CRP levels suggestive of PJI are likely to be higher than for those without a pseudotumour. Additional investigation, such as aspiration, is highly recommended for these patients unless clinical suspicion and laboratory markers are low.
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- Justin Leal
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Duke University, Durham, North Carolina, USA
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Cerchiaro M, Trovarelli G, Angelini A, Pala E, Berizzi A, Biz C, Ruggieri P. When Is a Two-Stage Surgical Procedure Indicated in the Treatment of Pseudotumors of the Hip? A Retrospective Study of 21 Cases and a Review of the Literature. J Clin Med 2024; 13:815. [PMID: 38337510 PMCID: PMC10856725 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13030815] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/15/2024] [Revised: 01/26/2024] [Accepted: 01/26/2024] [Indexed: 02/12/2024] Open
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(1) Background: A pseudotumor of the hip is a sterile, non-neoplastic soft tissue mass associated with total hip arthroplasties. Pseudotumors may mimic soft tissue tumors or infections, and thus a differential diagnosis is crucial, and biopsy is recommended. The purpose of this study was to compare the complications and functional results between one-stage and two-stage procedures. (2) Methods: We retrospectively analyzed 21 patients surgically treated at our institution with "pseudotumors" associated with hip prosthesis (8 male, 13 female with a mean age of 69 years). One-stage revision was performed in 10 cases and two-stage reversion in 10, with excision only in 1 case. Complications were classified as major and minor and functional results assessed using the Harris Hip Score (HHS). (3) Results: Five patients (24%) reported major complications. The survival rate for all complications was 75%. The overall survival rate was 95% at 5 years. The mean HHS ranged from 35 pre-op to 75 post-op, highlighting improved functional results in all cases. We recorded no differences in complications or functional outcomes between the one- and two-stage procedures. (4) Conclusions: In our experience, the two-stage surgical approach is preferable in cases with major bone defects and larger pseudotumor sizes. The use of custom-made 3D-printed prostheses is increasing and is a further reason to prefer two-stage revision.
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- Department of Orthopedics and Orthopedic Oncology, DISCOG, University of Padova, Via Giustiniani 3, 35128 Padova, Italy; (M.C.); (G.T.); (A.A.); (E.P.); (A.B.); (C.B.)
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Wu Q, Chen B, Yu X, Wang Z, Sun Z, Duan J, Ding H, Wu W, Bao N, Zhao J. Bone and Soft Tissue Reaction to Co(II)/Cr(III) Ions Stimulation in a Murine Calvaria Model: A Pioneering in vivo Study. Acta Biomater 2023; 164:659-670. [PMID: 37003495 DOI: 10.1016/j.actbio.2023.03.037] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/13/2022] [Revised: 03/16/2023] [Accepted: 03/24/2023] [Indexed: 04/03/2023]
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Metal ions released during wear and corrosion of the artificial knee/hip joints are considered to contribute to aseptic implant failure. However, there are few convincing in vivo studies that demonstrate the effects of metal ions on bone and soft tissue. This study examined the in vivo effects of Co(II)/Cr(III) ions on mouse calvaria and the supra-calvaria soft tissue in an original mouse model. With the implantation of a helmet-like structure, we set up a subcutaneous cavity on the calvaria in which Co(II) Chloride or Cr(III) Chloride solutions were administered respectively. A layer of interface membrane formed on the calvaria along with the implantation of the helmet. The administered Cr(III) ions accumulated in the interface membranes while Co(II) disseminated into the circulation. Accumulated Cr(III) and related products induced local massive macrophage infiltration and skewed the bone metabolic balance. At last, we revealed that lymphocyte aggregates, which are the pathologic hallmark of human periprosthetic tissue, could be caused by either Co(II) or Cr(III) stimulation. These in vivo results may shed light on the effects and pathogenic mechanism of the Co(II)/Cr(III) ions released from the joint prosthesis. STATEMENT OF SIGNIFICANCE: Macrophage infiltration and lymphocyte aggregates are hallmarks of human joint periprosthetic tissue. We chronically administered Co(II)/Cr(III) ions on mouse calvaria and reproduced these two histopathologic hallmarks on mouse tissue based on an implanted helmet-like structure. Our results reveal that Cr(III) ions are locally accumulated and are effective in inducing macrophage infiltration and they can be phagocytosed and stored. However, the lymphocytes aggregates could be induced by both Co(II), Cr(III) and other unspecific inflammatory stimuli.
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- Qi Wu
- Department of Orthopaedics, Affiliated Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 305 Zhongshandonglu Road, Nanjing 210002, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Affiliated Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 305 Zhongshandonglu Road, Nanjing 210002, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Affiliated Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 305 Zhongshandonglu Road, Nanjing 210002, China
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- Nanjing Medical University, 101 Longmian Avenue, Nanjing 211166, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Affiliated Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 305 Zhongshandonglu Road, Nanjing 210002, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Affiliated Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 305 Zhongshandonglu Road, Nanjing 210002, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Affiliated Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 305 Zhongshandonglu Road, Nanjing 210002, China
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- Department of Vascular Surgery, Beijing Tsinghua Changgung Hospital, Tsinghua University Medical Center, Beijing 102218, China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Affiliated Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 305 Zhongshandonglu Road, Nanjing 210002, China.
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Affiliated Jinling Hospital, Medical School of Nanjing University, 305 Zhongshandonglu Road, Nanjing 210002, China.
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Mikkelsen RT, Schou M, Torfing T, Graumann O, Overgaard S, Varnum C. Sensitivity and specificity for detecting pseudotumors in patients with hip resurfacing arthroplasty, metal-on-metal or metal-on-polyethylene total hip arthroplasty-MRI versus ultrasonography performed by an orthopedic surgery resident. Acta Radiol Open 2023; 12:20584601231152396. [PMID: 36776533 PMCID: PMC9909072 DOI: 10.1177/20584601231152396] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/17/2022] [Accepted: 04/02/2023] [Indexed: 02/10/2023] Open
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Background Metal artifact reduction sequence magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) scan is a common method to detect adverse reaction to metal debris in total hip arthroplasty (THA). It might be quicker and cheaper if ultrasonography (US) could screen for the need for an MRI. However, both require trained personnel. Purpose We aimed to investigate the sensitivity and specificity of US for detecting pseudotumors (PT) when performed by an orthopedic surgery resident compared to MRI. We also investigated the sensitivity and specificity of US to detect PTs in obese and non-obese patients. Material and methods We examined 205 patients with hip resurfacing arthroplasty, metal-on-metal or metal-on-polyethylene THA with both MRI and US. US was performed by an orthopedic surgery resident who was trained according to a standardized training program in musculoskeletal US. Results from MRI were used as gold standard. Results US had a sensitivity of 0.92 (95% CI 0.81-0.98) and specificity of 0.94 (95% CI 0.89-0.97) for detecting PT. It had a positive predictive value of 0.84 (95% CI 0.73-0.91) and a negative predictive value of 0.97 (95% CI 0.93-0.99). US performed similarly in obese and non-obese patients. Conclusions US had a high sensitivity and specificity for detecting PT when performed by an orthopedic surgery resident. Trained orthopedic surgeons could screen for the need of an MRI scan when searching PTs.
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- Rasmus T Mikkelsen
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Lillebaelt Hospital, Vejle, Denmark,Department of Regional Health Research, Faculty of Health Science, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark,Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark,Rasmus T Mikkelsen, Lillebaelt Hospital, Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Beriderbakken 4 7100, Vejle, Denmark.
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Holbaek Hospital, Holbaek, Denmark
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- Department of Radiology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Radiology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark,Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery and Traumatology, Odense University Hospital, Odense, Denmark,Department of Clinical Research, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark,Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology, Copenhagen University Hospital, Bispebjerg, Denmark,University of Copenhagen, Department of Clinical Medicine, Faculty of Health and Medical Sciences, Kobenhavn, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Lillebaelt Hospital, Vejle, Denmark,Department of Regional Health Research, Faculty of Health Science, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark
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MRI Characteristics of Adverse Local Tissue Reactions Associated With Intraoperative Tissue Damage and Poor Revision Surgery Outcomes: A Systematic Review. J Am Acad Orthop Surg 2021; 29:e1025-e1033. [PMID: 33201043 DOI: 10.5435/jaaos-d-20-00793] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/01/2020] [Accepted: 08/29/2020] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Metal artifact reductions sequence (MARS) MRI has been established as a cross-sectional imaging modality for diagnosis of adverse local tissue reaction (ALTR). This study aims to evaluate the current literature regarding the characteristics of MARS MRI associated with intraoperative tissue necrosis and postoperative complications in patients undergoing revision THA because of ALTR. METHODS We systematically searched the literature that included reporting MRI characteristics of ALTR in failed THA and their correlation with intraoperative findings and postoperative outcomes. RESULTS A total of 617 studies were assessed, and 15 studies met the inclusion criteria. Synovial wall thickness correlated with increasing ALVAL grade, however, weakly with tissue necrosis. Synovial composition of mixed or solid features and the presence of abductor disruption correlated with complications and tissue necrosis. Tissue edema was a poor predictor of aseptic lymphocyte-dominant vasculitis-associated lesion (ALVAL) grade or tissue necrosis. DISCUSSION MARS MRI synovial composition including mixed and solid features and the presence of abductor disruption provide the best prognostic characteristics associated with intraoperative soft-tissue necrosis and revision surgery outcome. These prognostic characteristics on MRI may assist surgeons with improved criteria for intervention and preoperative patient counseling.
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Kolbitsch P, Noebauer-Huhmann IM, Giurea A, Kubista B, Windhager R, Lass R. Pseudotumors in Small-Head Metal-on-Metal Total Hip Arthroplasties at a Minimum Follow-Up of 20 Years. J Arthroplasty 2021; 36:2871-2877. [PMID: 33812711 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2021.03.022] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/11/2021] [Revised: 02/28/2021] [Accepted: 03/05/2021] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Metal-on-metal (MOM) surfaces in total hip arthroplasty (THA) have been used widely. Serum cobalt and chromium levels have been the standard investigation for follow-up examinations, but magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) with metal artifact reducing sequences has shown good results in detecting pseudotumors. The aim of this study is to survey a significant correlation among MRI findings, serum metal levels, and clinical scores in patients with small-head MOM implants and if serum cobalt and chromium levels are sufficient in detecting patients with pseudotumors in the long-term follow-up. METHODS At a minimum follow-up of 20 years, 26 patients (29 THAs) of the original 98 patients (105 THAs) included in this study between November 1992 and May 1994 were available for follow-up examination. Clinical scores, serum metal ion levels, and MRIs were obtained. RESULTS We found mean serum cobalt levels of 1.87 μg/L (±3.44) and chromium levels of 2.23 μg/L (±2.96) and very good clinical and functional results (mean Harris Hip Score 88.6) in the long-term follow-up. Pseudotumors were detected in MRIs of 21 hips. There were no significant differences between patients with or without pseudotumors regarding serum metal levels and the correlation for clinical outcome scores, demographic data, and cup inclination. The cumulative rate of survival was still at 91.4% at 22.8 years. CONCLUSION This study presents the first published data on small-head MOM hips, comparing metal ion levels, pseudotumors, clinical, and radiological results in a follow-up period of more than 20 years and reveals that serum metal levels are not significantly higher in patients with pseudotumors. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Therapeutic Level III.
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- Paul Kolbitsch
- Division of Orthopedics, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Division of Neuroradiology and Musculoskeletal Radiology, Department of Radiology, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Division of Orthopedics, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Division of Orthopedics, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Division of Orthopedics, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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- Division of Orthopedics, Department of Orthopedics and Trauma Surgery, Medical University of Vienna, Vienna, Austria
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Jin SY, Jin JY, Kang JK, Yoon TR, Park KS. Minimum 15-year results of metasul 28-mm metal-on-metal total hip arthroplasty in patients younger than 50 years of age. J Orthop Surg Res 2021; 16:218. [PMID: 33766094 PMCID: PMC7992988 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-021-02352-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/03/2021] [Accepted: 03/10/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Some propitious mid- and long-term studies had been reported for MoM bearings; however, most studies have addressed specific patient groups rather than younger, active patients, who probably represent the most suitable population for investigations on wear and osteolysis. The purpose of this study to evaluate the long-term results of second-generation metal-on-metal cementless total hip arthroplasty (THA) in patients aged <50 years. Methods From December 1997 to January 2004, primary THA using a metal-on-metal bearing cementless implant was performed in 63 patients (72 hips) aged <50 years. The mean follow-up duration was 18.6 (range, 15.9–22.1) years, and the mean age at initial operation was 39 (range, 22–49) years. Clinical results, complications, survivorship, osteolysis, and aseptic loosening were evaluated. Results The mean Harris hip score and Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Arthritis Index scores were improved from 57.8 (range, 28–69) points and 73.4 (range, 63–94) points preoperatively to 91.7 (range, 80–100) points and 25.5 points (range, 17–38) points, respectively, at the last follow-up. Osteolysis lesions were found in 12 hips (acetabulum, 6 and femur, 6). The notching occurred on the femoral stem neck occurred in 12 hips. The mean serum cobalt and chromium concentrations were 2.3 (range, 0.2–10.6) μg/L and 1.7 (range, 0.4–8.1) μg/L, respectively, at a mean follow-up of 12.7 years in 32 patients (50.1%). The Kaplan-Meier survivorship curve analysis with revision for any reason as the endpoint revealed that 93.1% survived at 18.6 years’ follow-up. Conclusions Second-generation metal-on-metal cementless THA was found to produce satisfactory clinical and radiographic results with a low revision rate for osteolysis and aseptic loosening in patients aged less than 50 years.
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- Sheng-Yu Jin
- Department of Orthopedics, Center for Joint Disease, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, 322, Seo Yang-Ro, Hwasun-Eup, Hwasun-Gun, Jeonnam, 519-809, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedics, Center for Joint Disease, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, 322, Seo Yang-Ro, Hwasun-Eup, Hwasun-Gun, Jeonnam, 519-809, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedics, Center for Joint Disease, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, 322, Seo Yang-Ro, Hwasun-Eup, Hwasun-Gun, Jeonnam, 519-809, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedics, Center for Joint Disease, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, 322, Seo Yang-Ro, Hwasun-Eup, Hwasun-Gun, Jeonnam, 519-809, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Orthopedics, Center for Joint Disease, Chonnam National University Hwasun Hospital, 322, Seo Yang-Ro, Hwasun-Eup, Hwasun-Gun, Jeonnam, 519-809, Republic of Korea.
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Incidence of Pseudotumors in a Dual Modular Stem Construct With and Without Metal-on-Metal Bearing Surface. J Am Acad Orthop Surg 2021; 29:e92-e97. [PMID: 32568995 DOI: 10.5435/jaaos-d-19-00652] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The purpose of this study was to compare the incidence of pseudotumors in metal-on-metal (MoM) titanium modular neck hip arthroplasties to non-MoM modular neck hip arthroplasties. A secondary goal was to determine whether a correlation exists between elevated metal concentrations and pseudotumor incidence. METHODS The data were collected and evaluated from 49 MoM joints and 26 non-MoM joints between the years 2012 and 2017. Hip ultrasonography was done after a minimum of 5 years postimplantation. Whole serum metal (titanium, cobalt, and chromium) concentrations were measured at the hip ultrasonography study. RESULTS The average time elapsed between surgery and ultrasonography visit was 7.6 years. In the 49 patients with MoM joints, 22.4% (n = 11) had a pseudotumor. In the 26 patients with non-MoM joints, 9.1% of metal-on-polyethylene hips (n = 1) and 0% of ceramic-on-ceramic/polyethylene hips developed a pseudotumor. No significant statistical correlation was observed between serum metal concentrations and pseudotumor formation (P > 0.05). A significant correlation was observed of serum titanium concentration to pseudotumor size (P = 0.024). CONCLUSION The incidence of pseudotumor formation in MoM total hip arthroplasties was more than five times the incidence associated with non-MoM bearings. The correlation between serum titanium concentration and pseudotumor size suggests that titanium levels may be a useful indicator for pseudotumor formation in patients with this particular titanium modular neck femoral implant. No notable correlation was observed between serum cobalt and chromium concentration and pseudotumor formation or size.
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Nousiainen T, Palosaari S, Peräniemi S, Tervahauta A, Niinimäki J, Leppilahti J, Lehenkari P. Retention of metals in periprosthetic tissues of patients with metal-on-metal total hip arthroplasty is reflected in the synovial fluid to blood cobalt transfer ratio in the presence of a pseudotumour. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2020; 21:610. [PMID: 32919463 PMCID: PMC7488743 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-020-03636-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/18/2020] [Accepted: 09/07/2020] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background Modern metal-on-metal (MOM) arthroplasties were performed for over a decade before alarming reports of adverse metal reactions dramatically reduced their use. Failures are seen more often with high-wearing implants, but also well-positioned components with more favourable wear patterns can cause problems. There are no specific clinical indicators that could help us to predict the prognosis of these implants. For this reason, we still need more information on the effect of underlying factors that contribute to this process. Methods In this prospective cohort study, we investigated how cup orientation and type of pseudotumour determined by the Hart classification effect the distribution of metals in blood, synovial fluid and tissues surrounding the metal-on-metal hip prosthesis in revision surgery patients. One thousand two hundred twenty-nine metal-on-metal hip patients were screened and of those, 60 patients that had a revision surgery due to adverse metal reaction were included. Whole blood, synovial fluid and synovial/pseudotumour tissue samples were analysed for metal ion concentrations (Co, Cr, Mo and Ti). Results The lowest metal concentrations were found when both cup anteversion and inclination were optimal, and the highest when both were suboptimal. Suboptimal anteversion alone raised Cr-ion concentrations more than suboptimal inclination. The concentrations of metals in blood, synovial fluid or synovial soft tissue were the same in patients with and without a pseudotumour, but the relative transfer percentage of cobalt from synovial fluid to blood was higher in patients with a pseudotumour. Conclusions The implant orientation alone does not explain the metal concentrations found in tissues or distribution of metals between different tissues. The accumulation of metals in periprosthetic soft tissues increase the total metal load, and in the presence of a pseudotumour this is reflected in the transfer ratio of Co from synovial fluid to the blood. The total metal load of the pseudotumour tissue should be defined in future studies to determine if this will provide new insights for clinical practice.
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- Tomi Nousiainen
- Medical Faculty, Cancer and Translational Medicine Research Unit, University of Oulu and Medical Research Center, Oulu University Hospital, P.O. Box 5000, 90014, Oulu, Finland. .,Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland.
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- Medical Faculty, Cancer and Translational Medicine Research Unit, University of Oulu and Medical Research Center, Oulu University Hospital, P.O. Box 5000, 90014, Oulu, Finland
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- University of Eastern Finland, School of Pharmacy, P.O. Box 1627, 70210, Kuopio, Finland
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- Department of Environmental and Biological Sciences, University of Eastern Finland, P.O. Box 1627, 70210, Kuopio, Finland
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- Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
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- Medical Faculty, Cancer and Translational Medicine Research Unit, University of Oulu and Medical Research Center, Oulu University Hospital, P.O. Box 5000, 90014, Oulu, Finland.,Division of Orthopaedic Surgery, Oulu University Hospital, Oulu, Finland
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