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Hong SH, Han SB. Midterm Comparative Analysis of Short Femoral Stem Survivorship in Dorr Type A Femurs. Clin Orthop Surg 2024; 16:201-209. [PMID: 38562642 PMCID: PMC10973610 DOI: 10.4055/cios23268] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/24/2023] [Revised: 10/12/2023] [Accepted: 10/12/2023] [Indexed: 04/04/2024] Open
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Background Proximal-distal mismatch has emerged as a prominent concern in Dorr type A femoral morphology, prompting the exploration of short stems as promising alternatives to conventional stems. This study aimed to evaluate clinical and radiographic outcomes of total hip arthroplasty (THA) using short femoral stems in Dorr type A proximal femoral morphology with a minimum follow-up of 5 years. Methods Patients with short femoral stems in Dorr type A between 2011 and 2017 were included. Patients with the Short Modular Femoral (SMF) stem and Metha stem were recruited and patients with a shortened tapered stem (Tri-Lock BPS) were matched by propensity score matching based on age, sex, body mass index, calcar to canal ratio, and diagnosis. Patient-reported outcomes and the presence of thigh pain were assessed at 5 years postoperatively. Revision rate, complication rate, and radiographic outcomes were also assessed and compared. Results Twenty-two cases (81%) in the SMF stem and 43 cases (65%) in the Metha stem had more than 5 years of follow-up data available. The SMF stem showed a higher failure rate than the other 2 groups, with 18% requiring revision surgery in the SMF stem compared to 4.6% in the Metha stem, and 2.3% in the Tri-Lock BPS. The SMF stem showed considerable complications such as stem position change and lateral cortical hypertrophy with inferior clinical outcomes than the other 2 stem groups. When the Metha stem and the Tri-Lock BPS groups were compared, more intraoperative fractures were observed in the Metha stem, whereas stress shielding and anterior thigh pain were significantly more prevalent in the Tri-Lock BPS. Conclusions The SMF stem might be less reliable than previously reported, showing a high failure rate and increased radiologic complications. Thus, its use for THA in Dorr Type A femurs needs caution. On the other hand, the Metha stem showed comparable outcomes to the shortened tapered Tri-Lock BPS.
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- Seok Ha Hong
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Korea University Anam Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Korea University Anam Hospital, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Korea
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Kutzner KP, Walz A, Afghanyar Y, Drees P, Schneider M. Calcar-guided short-stem total hip arthroplasty in fractures of the femoral neck: a prospective observational study of 68 hips. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2024; 144:1793-1802. [PMID: 38172436 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-023-05170-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/13/2023] [Accepted: 11/27/2023] [Indexed: 01/05/2024]
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INTRODUCTION The indications for cementless short-stem total hip arthroplasty (THA) have been expanded due to encouraging results. However, no evidence in cases of femoral neck fractures (FNFs) is available. We aimed to prospectively obtain data on the safety and the clinical outcomes of a cementless calcar-guided short stem in patients with FNFs. MATERIALS AND METHODS We conducted a prospective observational study of 68 patients diagnosed with FNFs who underwent short-stem THA between 2016 and 2019 with a calcar-guided stem. Complications during follow-up leading to revision were documented, and patient reported outcome measurements recorded. Stem migration was analyzed using the Einzel-Bild-Röntgen-Analysis Femoral Component Analysis software. RESULTS The mean follow-up was 33.8 ± 14.8 months. The patient mortality at last follow-up was 10.6%. Two patients required stem revision, due to periprosthetic fracture and late aseptic loosening, respectively, corresponding to 96.2% stem survival. Survivorship for the endpoint of revision for any reason was 91.1% at 6 years. All revisions occurred in females. The mean Harris Hip Score at the last follow-up was 93.0 ± 8.9. The mean axial migration at last follow-up was 1.90 ± 1.81 mm. No significant influence on migration was found regarding gender, age, weight, and body mass index. CONCLUSIONS The clinical and radiological findings were satisfying and most patients benefited from the minimally invasive procedure. However, as for conventional THA as well, implant survivorship and mortality were markedly worse compared to results regarding osteoarthritis. Especially in elderly female patients with FNF, cementless short-stem THA is a concern and a cemented THA should be the first choice.
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- Karl Philipp Kutzner
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, St. Josefs Hospital Wiesbaden, Beethovenstr. 20, 65189, Wiesbaden, Germany.
- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg-University of Mainz, Langenbeckstraße 1, 55131, Mainz, Germany.
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, St. Josefs Hospital Wiesbaden, Beethovenstr. 20, 65189, Wiesbaden, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, St. Josefs Hospital Wiesbaden, Beethovenstr. 20, 65189, Wiesbaden, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, University Medical Center, Johannes Gutenberg-University of Mainz, Langenbeckstraße 1, 55131, Mainz, Germany
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- Department of Orthopaedics and Traumatology, St. Josefs Hospital Wiesbaden, Beethovenstr. 20, 65189, Wiesbaden, Germany
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Mihalko WM, Jove M, Jove N, Calkins TE, Gehlert RJ. United States Experience With a Femoral Neck Retaining Total Hip Arthroplasty Stem: A Retrospective Study With Control Comparison From the Literature. J Arthroplasty 2024; 39:750-753. [PMID: 37640246 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2023.08.074] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/25/2023] [Revised: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 08/22/2023] [Indexed: 08/31/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Femoral neck retaining prostheses have gained popularity in Europe, but the United States has not seen the same trends occurring. Previous reports demonstrate high survivorship for these implants, but to our knowledge, there are no reports examining US data. METHODS After institutional review board approval, 824 primary total hip arthroplasties utilizing a femoral neck-retaining prosthesis were examined for femoral component survivorship rates. European studies were systematically reviewed to determine survivorship rates. The data were used to formulate a Kaplan-Meier survivorship curve and compare US data to that of the European studies. RESULTS European studies demonstrated survivorship rates for all causes of 97.7 and 99.0% for aseptic loosening at an average of 6 years (range, 4.5 to 10). The current study demonstrated an all-cause 94% Kaplan-Meier survivorship estimate at 5 years and when aseptic loosening only was considered, survivorship increased to 99.4% at 5 years and 98.4% at 11 years. CONCLUSION This femoral neck-retaining prosthesis demonstrated excellent survivorship that is comparable to the rates seen in European studies as well as the rates of standard and mid-stem prostheses in the United States.
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- William M Mihalko
- Campbell Clinic Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Biomedical Engineering, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee
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- Atlanta Bone and Joint Specialists, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Atlanta Bone and Joint Specialists, Atlanta, Georgia
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- Campbell Clinic Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Biomedical Engineering, University of Tennessee Health Science Center, Memphis, Tennessee
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of New Mexico, Albuquerque, New Mexico
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Budde S, Derksen A, Hurschler C, Fennema P, Windhagen H, Plagge J, Flörkemeier T, von Lewinski G, Noll Y, Schwarze M. Very early migration of a calcar-guided short stem: a randomized study of early mobilization and the influence of a calcium phosphate coating with 60 patients. Sci Rep 2024; 14:3837. [PMID: 38360840 PMCID: PMC10869691 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-023-50829-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/21/2023] [Accepted: 12/26/2023] [Indexed: 02/17/2024] Open
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This study analyzed the migration of a calcar-guided short stem to determine the course of very early migration, as well as evaluated the effect of an additional calcium phosphate (CP) coating on a titanium plasma spray (TPS) coating, which has not been analyzed previously. Sixty patients were enrolled in this study and were treated with the A2 calcar-guided short stem. The implant coating was randomized with either the TPS or an additional CP coating, and radiostereometric analysis was performed with the baseline measurement before initial weight-bearing, along with follow-up examinations at 1 week, 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months. Implant migrations were 0.27 mm (standard deviation [SD], 0.13 mm) and 0.74 mm (SD, 1.11 mm) at 1 week and 6 months post-surgery, respectively, and 65% and 87% of the implants reached their final position 1 week and 6 weeks after surgery, respectively. After 6 weeks, 3 months, and 6 months, a significant increase was noted in the migration of the CP coating group vs. that of the TPS coating group. Upon the final observation at 6 months, the groups displayed on average a 0.74-mm migration. Most of the analyzed implants ceased migration within the first week post-surgery, but the CP coating demonstrated a higher and more prolonged migration compared to the TPS coating.
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- Stefan Budde
- Hannover Medical School, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Diakovere Annastift, Anna Von Borries Str. 1-6, 30625, Hannover, Germany
- Evangelisches Klinikum Bethel, Universitätsklinikum OWL der Universität Bielefeld, Burgsteig 13, 33617, Bielefeld, Germany
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- Hannover Medical School, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Diakovere Annastift, Anna Von Borries Str. 1-6, 30625, Hannover, Germany
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- Hannover Medical School, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Diakovere Annastift, Anna Von Borries Str. 1-6, 30625, Hannover, Germany
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- AMR Advanced Medical Research, Männedorf, Switzerland
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- Hannover Medical School, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Diakovere Annastift, Anna Von Borries Str. 1-6, 30625, Hannover, Germany
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- Hannover Medical School, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Diakovere Annastift, Anna Von Borries Str. 1-6, 30625, Hannover, Germany
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- Hannover Medical School, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Diakovere Annastift, Anna Von Borries Str. 1-6, 30625, Hannover, Germany
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- Hannover Medical School, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Diakovere Annastift, Anna Von Borries Str. 1-6, 30625, Hannover, Germany
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- Hannover Medical School, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Diakovere Annastift, Anna Von Borries Str. 1-6, 30625, Hannover, Germany
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- Hannover Medical School, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Diakovere Annastift, Anna Von Borries Str. 1-6, 30625, Hannover, Germany.
- Department for Medical Technology, Hochschule Bremerhaven, An Der Karlstraße 8, 27568, Bremerhaven, Germany.
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Jahnke A, Köther-Herrmann J, Fonseca Ulloa CA, Harz T, Rickert M, Ishaque BA. Retrospective clinical and X-ray-based outcome analysis of a short-stem hip arthroplasty taking into account the operative learning curve over 7 years in the 3-year control course. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2023; 143:6589-6597. [PMID: 37418006 PMCID: PMC10542719 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-023-04977-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/13/2023] [Accepted: 06/27/2023] [Indexed: 07/08/2023]
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INTRODUCTION Self-monitoring is crucial to work progressively with a high-quality standard. A retrospective analysis is a valuable tool for studying the postoperative outcome of a prosthesis and for evaluating the learning process for the surgeon. MATERIALS AND METHODS The learning process of one surgeon was analysed in 133 cases of hip arthroplasty. These were divided into seven groups representing the surgical years 2008-2014. Over the course of 3 postoperative years, a total of 655 radiographs were analysed at regarding three radiological quality parameters (centrum-collum-diaphyseal angle (CCD angle), intramedullary fit&fill ratio (FFR), and migration) and ancillary outcome parameters (Harris Hip Score (HHS), blood loss, operating time, and complications). This period was divided into five times: 1st-day post-op, 6 M, 12 M, 24 M, and 36 M. Bivariate Spearman's correlation analysis and pairwise comparisons were performed. RESULTS The total collective achieved a proximal FFR of over 0.8. The distal prosthesis tip migrated and was located on the lateral cortex within the first months. The CCD angle initially showed a variation with a subsequent constant course. The HHS showed a significant increase (p < 0.001) to over 90 points postoperatively. Over time, the operating time and blood loss decreased. Intraoperative complications existed only at the beginning of the learning phase. A learning curve effect can be determined for almost all parameters by comparing the subject groups. CONCLUSIONS Operative expertise was shown to gain through a learning curve, whereby postoperative results corresponded to the system philosophy of the short hip stem prosthesis. The distal FFR and the distal lateral distance could represent the principle of the prosthesis, which overall could be an interesting approach for verification of a new parameter.
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- Alexander Jahnke
- Laboratory of Biomechanics, Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, Klinikstrasse 29, 35392, Giessen, Germany
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics, Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, Klinikstrasse 29, 35392, Giessen, Germany
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics, Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, Klinikstrasse 29, 35392, Giessen, Germany
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics, Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, Klinikstrasse 29, 35392, Giessen, Germany
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics, Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, Klinikstrasse 29, 35392, Giessen, Germany
- Department of Orthopaedics and Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Giessen and Marburg (UKGM), Klinikstrasse 33, 35392, Giessen, Germany
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- Laboratory of Biomechanics, Justus-Liebig-University Giessen, Klinikstrasse 29, 35392, Giessen, Germany.
- Department of Orthopaedics and Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Giessen and Marburg (UKGM), Klinikstrasse 33, 35392, Giessen, Germany.
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Gabrion M, Rattier S, Blondin E, Michaud A, Mertl P, Gabrion A. Survival and radioclinical evaluation of the Optimys™ short stem at more than 6years' mean follow-up: A retrospective study of 108 cases. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2023; 109:103470. [PMID: 36336294 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2022.103470] [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: 01/08/2022] [Revised: 08/08/2022] [Accepted: 08/24/2022] [Indexed: 11/06/2022]
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INTRODUCTION The short stems developed in recent years offer an interesting alternative to standard long stems. The Optimys™ short stem has been widely studied, but not according to the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence (NICE) criteria. We therefore conducted a retrospective study of Optimys™ at a minimum 5years' follow-up, to assess: (1) survival on NICE criteria, (2) complications, (3) functional results, and (4) subsidence, restoration of offset and bone remodeling. HYPOTHESIS Optimys™ shows survival comparable to that of other non-cemented standard and short stems, with a<0.5% per year revision rate or<2.5% at 5years on NICE criteria. MATERIAL AND METHODS A single-center retrospective study included 108 Optimys™ stems at a mean 76.5months' follow-up (range: 60-112months). Clinical [Harris, Oxford-12 and forgotten hip (French version: SHO-12) scores] and radiologic data were collected pre- and postoperatively. Analysis focused on implant survival, complications, functional results and radiological results (restoration of offset, bone remodeling, subsidence and osseointegration) and risk factors for stem migration. RESULTS At a mean 76.5months' follow-up (range: 60-112months), Optimys™ survival was 97.7% (95% CI: 0.945-1). Oxford and Harris scores improved significantly: respectively, 16.1 vs. 44.7 [Δ=28.598; 95% CI: 27.410-29.785 (p<0.001)] and 45.3 vs. 95 [Δ=49.662; 95% CI: 47.442-51.882 (p<0.001)]. Mean forgotten hip score (SHO-12) at last follow-up was 82.7±19.6 (range: 35.4-100.0). There was 1 case of aseptic revision at 11months for femoral osseointegration defect. Mean subsidence was 1.64mm (range: 0-20.63mm); no predisposing factors could be identified. Femoral offset increased by a mean 2.41±4.53mm (range: -10.10 to 14.70mm). CONCLUSION The present study reports good survival for the Optimys™ stem, which meets NICE criteria. Radiologic and clinical results were encouraging, with a low rate of subsidence, comparable to other series, but with increased femoral offset. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV; retrospective cohort study.
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- Matthieu Gabrion
- Service de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologie, CHU Amiens-Picardie, 1, rue du Professeur-Christian-Cabrol, 80054 Amiens, France.
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- Service de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologie, CHU Amiens-Picardie, 1, rue du Professeur-Christian-Cabrol, 80054 Amiens, France
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- Service de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologie, CHU Amiens-Picardie, 1, rue du Professeur-Christian-Cabrol, 80054 Amiens, France
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- Direction de la recherche clinique et de l'innovation, site Sud - Hall 1 - 1(er) étage zone administrative, 1, rond-point du Professeur-Christian-Cabrol, 80054 Amiens, France
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- Service de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologie, CHU Amiens-Picardie, 1, rue du Professeur-Christian-Cabrol, 80054 Amiens, France; UFR de médecine, pôle santé, 3, rue des Louvels, CS 13036, 80036 Amiens, France
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- Service de chirurgie orthopédique et traumatologie, CHU Amiens-Picardie, 1, rue du Professeur-Christian-Cabrol, 80054 Amiens, France; UFR de médecine, pôle santé, 3, rue des Louvels, CS 13036, 80036 Amiens, France
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Wang J, Deng Z, Huang B, Zhao Z, Wan H, Ding H. The short-term outcomes of cementless stem for hip arthroplasty in the elderly patients: comparison with patients < 65 years. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2022; 23:1070. [PMID: 36476470 PMCID: PMC9727981 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-022-06025-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/13/2022] [Accepted: 11/24/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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OBJECTIVE The use of cement or cementless femoral stem prosthesis for hip arthroplasty in elderly patients has been controversial. This study investigated the efficacy and safety of cementless femoral stem in elderly patients (age ≥ 65 years). METHODS The short-term efficacy of primary hip arthroplasty with cementless femoral stem in our hospital from January 2014 to June 2021 was retrospectively analyzed. Patients were divided into two groups according to age: young group (< 65 years) and the elder group (≥ 65 years). The evaluation index was the Harris Hip score (Harris), postoperative femoral stem prosthesis sinking distance and femoral plant-related complications (periprosthetic fracture, prosthesis loosening, infection, dislocation, etc.). RESULTS There were 72 cases of 86 hips in the young group and 83 cases of 92 hips in the elder group. The recovery trend of functional score in the elder group was similar to that in the young group, and the Harris score increased from (38.35 ± 18.21) before surgery to (86.91 ± 12.55) at last follow-up (p < 0.01). Compared with the two groups at the same time of 3 months, 6 months and 12 months after operation, the sinking distance of the elder group was significantly greater (P < 0.05). Even in the elder group, there was a significant difference in sinking distance between 6 and 3 months after surgery (2.44 ± 0.49 mm vs 2.10 ± 0.65 mm, P = 0.004). However, there was no significant difference between 12 and 6 months (2.53 ± 0.53 mm vs 2.44 ± 0.49 mm, P = 0.40). A total of 10 patients in the elder group and 6 patients in the young group had a complication event (P = 0.36). CONCLUSIONS Elderly patients with cementless femoral stems can achieve metal-bone integration slightly longer than young patients, but short-term clinical outcomes can be restored to a satisfactory level with adequate safety. However, the long-term efficacy still needs to be verified by multicenter, large sample size and prospective clinical follow-up results.
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- Jun Wang
- grid.440187.eDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, the First People’s Hospital of Chongqing Liangjiang New Area, Chongqing, 400010 China
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- grid.415108.90000 0004 1757 9178Department of Orthopedics, Shengli Clinical Medical College of Fujian Medical University, Fujian Provincial Hospital, 350001 Fuzhou, China
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- grid.440187.eDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, the First People’s Hospital of Chongqing Liangjiang New Area, Chongqing, 400010 China
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- grid.440187.eDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, the First People’s Hospital of Chongqing Liangjiang New Area, Chongqing, 400010 China
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- grid.440187.eDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, the First People’s Hospital of Chongqing Liangjiang New Area, Chongqing, 400010 China
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- grid.440187.eDepartment of Orthopaedic Surgery, the First People’s Hospital of Chongqing Liangjiang New Area, Chongqing, 400010 China
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Mjöberg B. Hip prosthetic loosening and periprosthetic osteolysis: A commentary. World J Orthop 2022; 13:574-577. [PMID: 35949708 PMCID: PMC9244959 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i6.574] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/25/2022] [Revised: 06/02/2022] [Accepted: 06/14/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Prosthetic loosening and periprosthetic osteolysis have been debated for decades, both in terms of the timing and nature of the triggering events. The hypothesis of wear-particle-induced loosening states that wear particles cause a foreign-body response leading to periprosthetic osteolysis and ultimately to late prosthetic loosening, i.e., that the osteolysis precedes the loosening. The theory of early loosening, on the other hand, postulates that the loosening is already initiated during or shortly after surgery, i.e., that the osteolysis is secondary to the loosening. This commentary focuses on the causal relationship between prosthetic loosening and periprosthetic osteolysis.
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- Bengt Mjöberg
- Department of Orthopedics, Lund University, Lund SE-221 00, Sweden
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Mjöberg B. Hip prosthetic loosening: A very personal review. World J Orthop 2021; 12:629-639. [PMID: 34631447 PMCID: PMC8472441 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i9.629] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/20/2021] [Revised: 05/03/2021] [Accepted: 08/03/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Hip prosthetic loosening is often difficult to detect at an early stage, and there has been uncertainty for a long time as to when the loosening occurs and thus to the basic causes. By comparing different diagnostic methods, we found that loosening is best defined as prosthetic migration and measured by radiostereometric analysis. Convincing evidence indicates that poor interlock, poor bone quality, and resorption of a necrotic bone bed may initiate loosening during or shortly after surgery; this forms the basis of the theory of early loosening. Biomechanical factors do affect the subsequent progression of loosening, which may increase subclinically during a long period of time. Eventually, the loosening may be detected on standard radiographs and may be interpreted as late loosening but should to be interpreted as late detection of loosening. The theory of early loosening explains the rapid early migration, the development of periprosthetic osteolysis and granulomas, the causality between wear and loosening, and largely the epidemiology of clinical failure of hip prostheses. Aspects discussed are definition of loosening, the pattern of early migration, the choice of migration threshold, the current understanding of loosening, a less exothermic bone cement, cemented taper-slip stems, a new exciting computed tomography-based technique for simpler implant migration studies, and research suggestions.
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- Bengt Mjöberg
- Department of Orthopedics, Lund University, Lund SE-221 00, Sweden
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Kutzner KP. Calcar-guided short-stem total hip arthroplasty: Will it be the future standard? Review and perspectives. World J Orthop 2021; 12:534-547. [PMID: 34485100 PMCID: PMC8384612 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i8.534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2021] [Revised: 05/10/2021] [Accepted: 07/20/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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Short stems in total hip arthroplasty (THA) are becoming increasingly popular. In Germany, already 10.4% of all primary THAs are performed using a cementless short stem. The concept of modern, calcar-guided, short stems aims for an individualized reconstruction of the hip anatomy by following the calcar of the femoral neck, a bone- and soft-tissue-sparing implantation technique, and physiological loading. The stem design uses either metaphyseal fixation alone or additional diaphyseal anchoring, depending on the stem alignment and indication. These individualized anchorage types increase the potential indications for the safe use of a short stem. The design features may account for potential advantages of current short stem implants compared with earlier short-stem designs, particularly in cases of reduced bone quality or osteonecrosis of the femoral head and femoral neck fractures. The implantation technique, however, requires distinct knowledge regarding the characteristics of varus and valgus positioning, with the potential for clinical consequences. A learning curve for surgeons new to this technique must be taken into account. Cortical contact with the distal lateral cortex appears to be crucial to provide sufficient primary stability, and the use of intraoperative imaging to identify “undersizing” is highly recommended. Current results of several national registries indicate that calcar-guided short stems are among the most successful implants in terms of mid-term survivorship. However, long-term data remain scarce. This review introduces the characteristics of calcar-guided short-stem THA and summarizes the current evidence.
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- Karl Philipp Kutzner
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St Josefs Hospital Wiesbaden, Germany, Wiesbaden 65189, Germany
- Department of Hip Surgery, Gelenkzentrum Rhein-Main, Wiesbaden 65183, Germany
- Center of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Johannes Gutenberg-University of Mainz, Mainz 55131, Germany
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The limit of tolerable micromotion for implant osseointegration: a systematic review. Sci Rep 2021; 11:10797. [PMID: 34031476 PMCID: PMC8144379 DOI: 10.1038/s41598-021-90142-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 42] [Impact Index Per Article: 14.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2021] [Accepted: 05/04/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023] Open
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Much research effort is being invested into the development of porous biomaterials that enhance implant osseointegration. Large micromotions at the bone-implant interface impair this osseointegration process, resulting in fibrous capsule formation and implant loosening. This systematic review compiled all the in vivo evidence available to establish if there is a universal limit of tolerable micromotion for implant osseointegration. The protocol was registered with the International Prospective Register for Systematic Reviews (ID: CRD42020196686). Pubmed, Scopus and Web of Knowledge databases were searched for studies containing terms relating to micromotion and osseointegration. The mean value of micromotion for implants that osseointegrated was 32% of the mean value for those that did not (112 ± 176 µm versus 349 ± 231 µm, p < 0.001). However, there was a large overlap in the data ranges with no universal limit apparent. Rather, many factors were found to combine to affect the overall outcome including loading time, the type of implant and the material being used. The tables provided in this review summarise these factors and will aid investigators in identifying the most relevant micromotion values for their biomaterial and implant development research.
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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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