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Zajc J, Fokter SK. Bimodular femoral stems in primary total hip arthroplasty. Expert Rev Med Devices 2023; 20:1051-1064. [PMID: 37753590 DOI: 10.1080/17434440.2023.2264177] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/19/2023] [Accepted: 09/25/2023] [Indexed: 09/28/2023]
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INTRODUCTION This review critically examines the efficacy of dual-modular stems in primary total hip arthroplasty. Given the variability and non-comparability of certain femoral stem designs and stem-neck couplings, with some even being withdrawn from the market, this review offers an in-depth analysis of predominant implant performances. AREAS COVERED The paper explores a brief historical summary related to dual-modular stems, including the complications associated with their use, diagnostic tools for evaluation, analysis of both recalled and currently available models, as well as alternative therapeutic options. This information is pertinent for both clinical and research domains. EXPERT OPINION While dual-modular systems were initially touted to offer several advantages, the evidence substantiating these benefits has been ambiguous. Further, these systems introduce the risk of alternative complications. In specific cases involving patients with developmental hip dysplasia and certain proximal femoral deformities requiring complex reconstructions, dual-modular systems might be relevant. Nonetheless, the use of long interchangeable necks in patients with a body mass index above 30 kg/m2 is discouraged, and pairing a long varus-oriented neck with an extra-long femoral head should be avoided in all patients.
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- Jan Zajc
- Clinical Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University Medical Center Maribor, Maribor, Slovenia
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Maribor, Maribor, Slovenia
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- Clinical Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University Medical Center Maribor, Maribor, Slovenia
- Faculty of Medicine, University of Maribor, Maribor, Slovenia
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Long-term survivorship of an exchangeable-neck hip prosthesis with a Ti-alloy/Ti-alloy neck-stem junction. Arch Orthop Trauma Surg 2022; 143:3649-3657. [PMID: 36178493 DOI: 10.1007/s00402-022-04634-8] [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: 12/27/2021] [Accepted: 09/18/2022] [Indexed: 11/02/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Breakage of exchangeable-neck (EN) and adverse local tissue reactions (ALTRs) to neck-stem junction (NSJ) damage products are responsible for increasing the revision rate of EN hip prostheses. We investigated the survivorship of an EN hip prosthesis including a NSJ with both components made of titanium alloy (Ti-alloy/Ti-alloy) to assess whether, and to what extent, EN breakage and NSJ damage affected implant survivorship. MATERIALS AND METHODS Using data from a hip replacement registry, we determined survivorship of 2857 EN prostheses. Long-offset configurations of head and EN were implanted in heavy (> 90 kg) patients only in 23 hips. We investigated under which conditions EN breakages or ALTRs occurred. We also measured titanium (Ti) and vanadium (V) blood concentrations in 24 patients with a unilateral well-working prosthesis. RESULTS The 17-year survival rates for any reason and aseptic loosening of any component were 88.9% (95%CI 87.5-90.1; 857 hips at risk) and 96.9% (95%CI 96.0-97.6), respectively. There were two cases of EN breakage and one case of ALTR (metallosis), due to rim-neck impingement, out of 276 revisions. After an average period of 9.8 years (range 7.8-12.8 years), the maximum Ti and V blood concentrations in patients with a well-working prosthesis were 5.0 µg/l and 0.16 µg/l, respectively. CONCLUSION The present incidence of EN breakage or ALTR is lower than those reported in other studies evaluating EN hip prosthesis survivorship. This study suggests that (i) the risk of EN breakage is reduced by limiting the use of long-offset configurations in heavy patients and (ii) Ti-alloy/Ti-alloy NSJ damage products do not promote ALTR nor significantly alter the rate of implant loosening. Since design decisions and implant configuration determine the NSJ strength, the NSJ strength in working conditions must be thoroughly investigated to proper define the clinical indications for any EN design.
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Solarino G, Vicenti G, Carrozzo M, Ottaviani G, Moretti B, Zagra L. Modular neck stems in total hip arthroplasty: current concepts. EFORT Open Rev 2021; 6:751-758. [PMID: 34667646 PMCID: PMC8489472 DOI: 10.1302/2058-5241.6.200064] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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Modular neck (MN) implants can restore the anatomy, especially in deformed hips such as sequelae of development dysplasia. Early designs for MN implants had problems with neck fractures and adverse local tissue, so their use was restricted to limited indications. Results of the latest generation of MN prostheses seem to demonstrate that these problems have been at least mitigated. Given the results of the studies presented in this review, surgeons might consider MN total hip arthroplasty (THA) for a narrower patient selection when a complex reconstruction is required. Long MN THA should be avoided in case of body mass index > 30, and should be used with extreme caution in association with high offset femoral necks with long or extra-long heads. Cr-Co necks should be abandoned, in favour of a titanium alloy connection. Restoring the correct anatomic femoral offset remains a challenge in THA surgeries. MN implants have been introduced to try to solve this problem. The MN design allows surgeons to choose the appropriate degree and length of the neck for desired stability and range of motion.
Cite this article: EFORT Open Rev 2021;6:751-758. DOI: 10.1302/2058-5241.6.200064
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- Giuseppe Solarino
- Department of Neuroscience and Organs of Sense, Orthopaedics Section, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience and Organs of Sense, Orthopaedics Section, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience and Organs of Sense, Orthopaedics Section, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience and Organs of Sense, Orthopaedics Section, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- Department of Neuroscience and Organs of Sense, Orthopaedics Section, Faculty of Medicine and Surgery, University of Bari, Bari, Italy
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- IRCCS Istituto Ortopedico Galeazzi, Hip Department, Milan, Italy
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Dual Modular Titanium Alloy Femoral Stem Failure Mechanisms and Suggested Clinical Approaches. MATERIALS 2021; 14:ma14113078. [PMID: 34199983 PMCID: PMC8200202 DOI: 10.3390/ma14113078] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/29/2021] [Revised: 05/27/2021] [Accepted: 06/02/2021] [Indexed: 12/13/2022]
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Titanium (Ti) alloys have been proven to be one of the most suitable materials for orthopaedic implants. Dual modular stems have been introduced to primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) to enable better control of the femoral offset, leg length, and hip stability. This systematic review highlights information acquired for dual modular Ti stem complications published in the last 12 years and offers a conclusive discussion of the gathered knowledge. Articles referring to dual modular stem usage, survivorship, and complications in English were searched from 2009 to the present day. A qualitative synthesis of literature was carried out, excluding articles referring solely to other types of junctions or problems with cobalt-chromium alloys in detail. In total, 515 records were identified through database searching and 78 journal articles or conference proceedings were found. The reasons for a modular neck fracture of a Ti alloy are multifactorial. Even though dual modular stems have not shown any clinical benefits for patients and have been associated with worse results regarding durability than monolithic stems, some designs are still marketed worldwide. Orthopaedic surgeons should use Ti6Al4V dual modular stem designs for primary THA in special cases only.
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Bilateral neck fracture in bimodular femoral stem after primary total hip arthroplasty: a case report. BMC Musculoskelet Disord 2021; 22:356. [PMID: 33863307 PMCID: PMC8050927 DOI: 10.1186/s12891-021-04210-y] [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: 08/10/2020] [Accepted: 03/31/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Background Bi-modular stems were introduced in primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) to enable better control of the femoral offset, leg length, and hip stability. Despite numerous reports on modular femoral neck fractures, some designs are still marketed worldwide. While the risk factors for the sudden failure are multifactorial and mostly known, the timing of this new THA complication is not predictable by any means. Case presentation In this report, the literature regarding one of the most popular bi-modular stems with specific neck-stem coupling (oval Morse taper) is reviewed and illustrated with a case of bilateral modular neck fracture in a patient with idiopathic aseptic necrosis of femoral heads treated with primary bi-modular THA. Because of bilateral modular femoral neck fracture, which occurred 3 years on the left side and 20 years after implantation on the right side, the patient required a total of 6 revisions and 208 days of hospitalized care. Conclusion To our knowledge, this is the first report of bilateral modular neck fracture in a single patient. Even though the same surgeon performed both operations and used the same neck length and orientation, fractures occurred with a 17-year time difference after implantation. This shows that we cannot predict with certainty when a fracture might occur. Orthopaedic surgeons should use bi-modular stem designs for primary THA very cautiously.
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Blakeney WG, Lavigne M, Beaulieu Y, Puliero B, Vendittoli PA. Mid-term results of total hip arthroplasty using a novel uncemented short femoral stem with metaphyso-diaphyseal fixation. Hip Int 2021; 31:83-89. [PMID: 31996038 DOI: 10.1177/1120700020903451] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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PURPOSE Short stems were developed with the promise of providing easier implantation, facilitating revision, reducing thigh pain and proximal stress shielding. The aim of this study is to present the mid-term clinical results of a titanium short stem with modular neck. METHODS This is a prospective case series of 144 THAs performed on a series of 131 patients using the PROFEMUR Preserve Femoral Stem (MicroPort Orthopedics, Arlington, TN, USA). 2 surgeons, operated on the patients using a mini-posterior approach. The primary outcomes evaluated were stem revision for aseptic loosening and all-cause stem revision. Clinical and radiographic outcomes were also assessed. RESULTS Of the 144 THAs, there were 43 males and 101 females, with an average age of 61 (range 22-92) years at surgery. After a mean of 78 (range 53-87) months follow-up, there were 2 (1.5%) femoral implant revisions; 1 for early femoral periprosthetic fracture and 1 for fatigue failure of the modular femoral neck. There were no cases of stem aseptic loosening and radiographic analysis demonstrated no cases of stem migration. The mean UCLA activity, WOMAC and Fogotten Joint scores were respectively 6.1, 10.7 and 86.6. 70% of prosthetic hips were observed as having no restriction and 99.2% of patients were satisfied with their THA. CONCLUSIONS This short modular stem produced satisfactory clinical and radiological results at mid-term, with 98.5% implant survival for any cause of stem revision and no revisions for aseptic loosening. Long-term results are required to further evaluate the stem's promising early results.
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- William G Blakeney
- Department of Surgery, CIUSSS-de-L'Est-de-L'Ile-de-Montréal, Hospital Maisonneuve-Rosemont, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, CIUSSS-de-L'Est-de-L'Ile-de-Montréal, Hospital Maisonneuve-Rosemont, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, CIUSSS-de-L'Est-de-L'Ile-de-Montréal, Hospital Maisonneuve-Rosemont, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, CIUSSS-de-L'Est-de-L'Ile-de-Montréal, Hospital Maisonneuve-Rosemont, Montreal, Quebec, Canada
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- Department of Surgery, CIUSSS-de-L'Est-de-L'Ile-de-Montréal, Hospital Maisonneuve-Rosemont, Montreal, Quebec, Canada.,Department of Surgery, University of Montreal, Canada
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Nahhas CR, Yi PH, Moric M, Puri R, Jacobs JJ, Sporer SM. High Failure at a Minimum 5-Year Follow-Up in Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty Using a Modular Femoral Trunnion. J Arthroplasty 2019; 34:1395-1399. [PMID: 30982763 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2019.03.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/04/2018] [Revised: 03/10/2019] [Accepted: 03/12/2019] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Modular femoral trunnions enable the surgeon to independently adjust offset, leg length, and anteversion in total hip arthroplasty (THA). However, modularity may result in an increased risk of fretting and corrosion along with a higher risk of implant dissociation or fracture. The purpose of this study is to evaluate mid-term survivorship of THAs using a cementless modular system. METHODS A consecutive series of 221 patients who underwent a primary THA using the ALFA II modular stem by a single surgeon between 2002 and 2004 were reviewed. Survivorship of the ALFA II modular hip system was evaluated at a minimum of 5 years postoperatively. RESULTS Of the 221 patients, 28 (12.7%) died from causes unrelated to the surgery before adequate follow-up, and 64 (29.0%) patients were lost to follow-up. The remaining 129 patients had a mean 6.5-year (range: 5-8 years) follow-up. All-cause survivorship of the modular stem system was 81% (95% confidence interval = 69-90) at a mean 6.5-year follow-up. Of the 25 (19.4%) cases requiring revision surgery, 52.0% was for dissociation of the modular components, 32.0% was for fracture of the prosthesis, 12.0% was for instability/multiple dislocations, and 4.0% was for chronic septic THA. Body mass index (odds ratio = 1.080) and offset (odds ratio = 1.254) were independent risk factors for mechanical failures of the modular stem system. CONCLUSION The modular stem hip system of interest in this study demonstrates a high failure rate at mid-term follow-up, and we caution against the use of similar designs in primary THAs.
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- Cindy R Nahhas
- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL
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- Department of Radiology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Riverside Hospital, Kankakee, IL
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL
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Ouanezar H, Jalaguier T, Franck F, Pibarot V, Bothorel H, Saffarini M, Piton JP. Mid-term outcomes of titanium modular neck femoral stems in revision total hip arthroplasty. ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE 2019; 7:92. [PMID: 31019942 DOI: 10.21037/atm.2019.01.34] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/17/2023]
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Background Modular stems have been widely studied as they allow intraoperative adjustments (offset, anteversion, limb length) to better restore hip biomechanics. Many authors reported outcomes of revision total hip arthroplasty (THA) using modular stems with metaphyseal-diaphyseal junctions, however, little is known about modular neck femoral stems (MNFS) with metaphyseal-epiphyseal junctions. We therefore aimed to report outcomes and implant survival of a MNFS in a consecutive series of revision THA at a minimum follow-up of 5 years. Methods We reviewed a consecutive series of 28 revision THAs performed between February 2010 and March 2012 using an uncemented MNFS. The final study cohort included 25 patients living with their original components, at a mean follow-up of 68.4±7.4 months and aged 67.7±11.6 years at index operation. Results The Harris Hip Score (HHS) improved from 39.1±19.2 pre-operatively to 78.1±18.3 post-operatively, and the Postel Merle d'Aubigné score (PMA) improved from 9.8±3.0 pre-operatively to 14.8±2.8 post-operatively. The postoperative limb length discrepancy (LLD) was >10 mm in 18% of the hips. There were no significant differences of femoral offset and neck shaft angle (NSA) between operated and contralateral hips. Two hips (8.0%) showed new periprosthetic radiolucent lines. Periprosthetic fractures (PPF) occurred in 3 hips (12%). No subluxations, dislocations or implant breakages were reported. One revision (3.6%) was performed with retrieval of the revision stem for infection. The Kaplan-Meier (KM) survival at 5 years, using stem revision as endpoint, was 96.0%. Conclusions The Optimal® MNFS provided a satisfactory survival and clinical outcomes at 5 years, with no noticeable adverse effects resulting from the additional modular junction.
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- Hervé Ouanezar
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Pavillon T, Hôpital Universitaire Edouard Herriot, Lyon, France
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Pavillon T, Hôpital Universitaire Edouard Herriot, Lyon, France
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Pavillon T, Hôpital Universitaire Edouard Herriot, Lyon, France
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Pavillon T, Hôpital Universitaire Edouard Herriot, Lyon, France
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hôpital Belle-Isle, Hôpitaux Privés de Metz, Metz, France
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Papalia R, Di Martino A, Caldaria A, Zampogna B, Denaro V. Outcomes of neck modularity in total hip arthroplasty: an Italian perspective. Musculoskelet Surg 2019; 103:215-220. [PMID: 30673963 DOI: 10.1007/s12306-019-00589-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/11/2018] [Accepted: 01/03/2019] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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BACKGROUND The aim of this study is to conduct a systematic review of clinical outcomes and complications of modular neck THA among Italian cohorts. METHODS Only reviewed publications focused on Italian cohort patients in English language were considered for inclusion. Studies were included if they involved patients who underwent total hip replacement surgery with modular necks, and reported aetiology or survival rate or bone stability or clinical scores or complications. RESULTS The studies included in our search reported data on 3714 patients and 3856 hips. Most of the studies were from high-volume surgery centres. The most frequent diagnosis was osteoarthritis that occurred in 2910 cases (75.9%). The average survival rate and average bone stability were 97.20% and 99.37%, respectively. The average HHS improved from 42.1 prior to surgery to 89.52 after surgery. Studies included in our search reported 40 complications. The most frequently reported complication was dislocation (40%). CONCLUSION This review showed excellent survival rate and bone stability and good clinical outcomes in Italian cohort patients treated with modular neck THA, and these clinical results are comparable with international cohort rates. This review suggests that modular implants represent a very satisfying choice when practised by expert orthopaedic joint surgeons.
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- R Papalia
- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200, 00128, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200, 00128, Rome, Italy.
- Sidney Kimmel Medical College, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, PA, 19107, USA.
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200, 00128, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200, 00128, Rome, Italy
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- Department of Orthopaedic and Trauma Surgery, University Campus Bio-Medico of Rome, Via Alvaro del Portillo, 200, 00128, Rome, Italy
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Collet T, Atanasiu JP, de Cussac JB, Oufroukhi K, Bothorel H, Saffarini M, Badatcheff F. Midterm outcomes of titanium modular femoral necks in total hip arthroplasty. ANNALS OF TRANSLATIONAL MEDICINE 2017; 5:395. [PMID: 29152495 DOI: 10.21037/atm.2017.07.36] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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Background Modular femoral necks present surgical and biomechanical advantages in total hip arthroplasty (THA), but their benefits remain controversial due to risks of corrosion and fracture at the additional junction. This study aimed to report 10-year survival and clinical outcomes of a titanium femoral stem with a titanium modular neck in consecutive series. Methods The authors reviewed the records of 97 patients (99 THAs) using uncemented modular stem and ceramic-on-ceramic acetabular components. Patients were evaluated at minimum follow-up of 5 years using the Harris Hip Score (HHS) and Postel Merle-D'Aubigné score (PMA). Survival was calculated using the Kaplan-Meier (KM) method with any reoperation or revision as endpoint. Results From the original cohort, 14 patients died, 6 were lost to follow-up, and 5 had revision operations with exchange of the femoral stem. The KM survival at 10 years was 94.2% (CI, 86.5-97.5). Clinical assessment was performed on 67 of the 72 patients (69 of the 74 hips) presently living with their original THA components. At mean follow-up of 9.4±1.0 years (median, 10; range, 5-11), the HHS was 93.6±8.2 and the PMA score 17.0±1.6. The X-rays revealed no signs of adverse reactions or bone loss. Conclusions The uncemented titanium hip stem with modular titanium neck provided a satisfactory 10-year survival and clinical outcomes. Neck modularity enabled restoration of patient-specific femoral offset and limb length thanks to five possible neck configurations, though greater follow up is required to confirm the long-term benefits and safety of this design concept.
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- Thurial Collet
- Polyclinique de l'Europe, Unité de chirurgie orthopédique réparatrice et sportive, St Nazaire, France
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- Chirurgie Orthopédique et Traumatologique, Polyclinique de Poitiers, Poitiers Cedex, France
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- Polyclinique de l'Europe, Unité de chirurgie orthopédique réparatrice et sportive, St Nazaire, France
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- Clinique Chirurgicale de la Loire, Rue des Rolletières, Saumur, France
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- Medical Technology, ReSurg SA, Nyon, Switzerland
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Davis DL, Morrison JJ. Hip Arthroplasty Pseudotumors: Pathogenesis, Imaging, and Clinical Decision Making. J Clin Imaging Sci 2016; 6:17. [PMID: 27195183 PMCID: PMC4863402 DOI: 10.4103/2156-7514.181493] [Citation(s) in RCA: 29] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/19/2016] [Accepted: 04/14/2016] [Indexed: 12/13/2022] Open
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Pseudotumors are a complication of hip arthroplasty. The goal of this article is to review the clinical presentation, pathogenesis, histology, and the role of diagnostic imaging in clinical decision making for treatment, and surveillance of pseudotumors. We will discuss the multimodal imaging appearances, differential diagnosis, associated complications, treatment, and prognosis of pseudotumors, as an aid to the assessment of orthopedic prostheses at the hip.
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- Derik L Davis
- Department of Diagnostic Radiology and Nuclear Medicine, University of Maryland School of Medicine, Baltimore, MD, USA
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- Dotter Interventional Institute, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR, USA
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Pour AE, Borden R, Murayama T, Groll-Brown M, Blaha JD. High Risk of Failure With Bimodular Femoral Components in THA. Clin Orthop Relat Res 2016; 474:146-53. [PMID: 26324837 PMCID: PMC4686519 DOI: 10.1007/s11999-015-4542-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/12/2015] [Accepted: 08/24/2015] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND The bimodular femoral neck implant (modularity in the neck section and prosthetic head) offers several implant advantages to the surgeon performing THAs, however, there have been reports of failure of bimodular femoral implants involving neck fractures or adverse tissue reaction to metal debris. We aimed to assess the results of the bimodular implants used in the THAs we performed. QUESTIONS/PURPOSES We asked: (1) What is the survivorship of the PROFEMUR(®) bimodular femoral neck stems? (2) What are the modes of failure of this bimodular femoral neck implant? (3) What are the major risk factors for the major modes of failure of this device? METHODS Between 2003 and 2009, we used one family of bimodular femoral neck stems for all primary THAs (PROFEMUR(®) Z and PROFEMUR(®) E). During this period, 277 THAs (in 242 patients) were performed with these implants. One hundred seventy were done with the bimodular PROFEMUR(®) E (all are accounted for here), and when that implant was suspected of having a high risk of failure, the bimodular PROFEMUR(®) Z was used instead. One hundred seven THAs were performed using this implant (all are accounted for in this study). All bearing combinations, including metal-on-metal, metal-on-polyethylene, and ceramic-on-ceramic, are included here. Data for the cohort included patient demographics, BMI, implant dimensions, type of articular surface, length of followup, and C-reactive protein serum level. We assessed survivorship of the two stems using Kaplan-Meier curves and determined the frequency of the different modes of stem failure. For each of the major modes of failure, we performed binary logistic regression to identify associated risk factors. RESULTS Survivorship of the stems, using aseptic revision as the endpoint, was 85% for the patients with the PROFEMUR(®) E stems with a mean followup of 50 months (range, 1-125 months) and 85% for the PROFEMUR(®) Z with a mean followup of 50 months (range, 1-125 months)(95% CI, 74-87 months). The most common modes of failure were loosening (9% for the PROFEMUR(®) E), neck fracture (6% for the PROFEMUR(®) Z and 0.6% for the PROFEMUR(®) E), metallosis (1%), and periprosthetic fracture (1%). Only the bimodular PROFEMUR(®) E was associated with femoral stem loosening (odds ratio [OR] =1.1; 95% CI, 1.04-1.140; p = 0.032). Larger head (OR = 3.2; 95% CI, 0.7-14; p = 0.096), BMI (OR = 1.19; 95% CI, 1-1.4; p = 0.038) and total offset (OR = 1.83; 95% CI, 1.13-2.9; p = 0.039) were associated with neck fracture. CONCLUSION Bimodular neck junctions may be potentiated by long neck lengths, greater offset, and larger head diameters. These factors may contribute to bimodular neck failure by creating a larger moment about the neck's insertion in the stem. The PROFEMUR(®) E implant is associated with high periprosthetic loosening. Based on our experience we cannot recommend the use of bimodular femoral neck implants. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, therapeutic study.
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- Aidin Eslam Pour
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan, 2912 Taubman Center, 1500 E. Medical Center Drive, SPC 5328, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, USA.
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan, 2912 Taubman Center, 1500 E. Medical Center Drive, SPC 5328, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan, 2912 Taubman Center, 1500 E. Medical Center Drive, SPC 5328, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan, 2912 Taubman Center, 1500 E. Medical Center Drive, SPC 5328, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University of Michigan, 2912 Taubman Center, 1500 E. Medical Center Drive, SPC 5328, Ann Arbor, MI, 48103, USA
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Fitch DA, Ancarani C, Bordini B. Long-term survivorship and complication rate comparison of a cementless modular stem and cementless fixed neck stems for primary total hip replacement. INTERNATIONAL ORTHOPAEDICS 2015; 39:1827-32. [PMID: 26156729 DOI: 10.1007/s00264-015-2894-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 21] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2015] [Accepted: 06/20/2015] [Indexed: 10/23/2022]
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PURPOSE Modular necks used in total hip replacement (THR) have become an increasingly discussed topic with the recent recall of multiple modular systems, but it is anticipated that outcomes for these devices are highly design-specific. The objectives of this study were to determine if the survivorship and complication rates of a specific modular femoral stem (PROFEMUR® Z, MicroPort Orthopedics Inc., Arlington, TN, USA) were significantly lower than those of all cementless fixed neck stems in an arthroplasty registry. METHODS The database of an arthroplasty registry was searched for all patients implanted with a specific modular stem and all those implanted with cementless fixed neck stems. Kaplan-Meier survivorship and complication rates were compared between the two groups. RESULTS The 12-year survivorship of the modular stem (95.8%) was not significantly less than that of all cementless fixed neck stems (96.1%). There was also no difference in revision rates for dislocation, periprosthetic fractures, aseptic loosening or septic loosening between the two groups. CONCLUSIONS The use of the specific modular stem did not adversely affect long-term component survivorship or complication rates when compared to all cementless fixed neck THRs in an arthroplasty registry.
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- David A Fitch
- MicroPort Orthopedics Inc, 5677 Airline Rd., Arlington, TN, 38002, USA,
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Ollivier M, Parratte S, Galland A, Lunebourg A, Flecher X, Argenson JN. Titanium-titanium modular neck for primary THA. Result of a prospective series of 170 cemented THA with a minimum follow-up of 5 years. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2015; 101:137-42. [PMID: 25698098 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2014.12.013] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2012] [Revised: 11/26/2014] [Accepted: 12/02/2014] [Indexed: 02/02/2023]
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BACKGROUND Although they have been in use since the end of the 1980s, modular titanium neck components are associated with a risk of wear or fracture, and their safety has recently become a subject of debate and has never been evaluated in a consecutive series of patients. The goal of this study was to evaluate: revision-free survival of these implants after a minimum follow-up of 5 years; clinical and radiographic results; and the potential complications associated with the use of modular titanium neck components. HYPOTHESIS The use of titanium modular neck on cemented titanium THA is safe at a minimum follow-up of 5 years. PATIENTS AND METHODS Between January 2006 and December 2008, we prospectively followed 170 patients (170 hips) who underwent primary anatomical THA with a modular cemented titanium stem design implant. The indications were unilateral THA for primary (n=160) or secondary (n=10) hip osteoarthritis (aseptic osteonecrosis of the femoral head or hip dysplasia). Mean age of patients was 75.4±5.8 years old (52-85), and mean BMI was 26.1±4.5 kg/m(2) (16.6-42.1). Patients were operated on by a modified Watson-Jones anterolateral approach based on preoperative 2D planning. All patients underwent annual clinical and radiological follow-up by an independent observer. RESULTS At a mean follow-up of 71±8 months (60-84), 5 patients died and 7 were lost to follow-up. There was no revision of THA after a maximum follow-up of 84 months. The Harris score improved significantly from 50.4±11.3 (0-76) preoperatively to 84.5±15.2 (14-100) at the final follow-up. There was no difference in postoperative femoral offset or the position of the center of rotation compared to the opposite side. On the other hand, the neck-shaft angle (NSA) and limb length were corrected (2±5° [-11 to +14°] and 2.16±3.6 mm [-7.4 to +12.7 mm]) respectively. Fifteen patients (9%) had limb length discrepancies of more than 5 mm and 4 patients (2%) of more than 10 mm. There were no complications due to the modular implant design. DISCUSSION Our study suggests that the use of cemented titanium implants with a modular titanium stem is safe at a follow-up of 5 years. The modular design does not prevent limb length discrepancies but restores femoral offset. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV: prospective, non-comparative study.
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- M Ollivier
- Institut du mouvement et de l'appareil locomoteur, UMR CNRS 787/AMU, hôpital Sainte-Marguerite, centre hospitalo-universitaire Sud, boulevard de Sainte-Marguerite, 13009 Marseille, France
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- Institut du mouvement et de l'appareil locomoteur, UMR CNRS 787/AMU, hôpital Sainte-Marguerite, centre hospitalo-universitaire Sud, boulevard de Sainte-Marguerite, 13009 Marseille, France.
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- Institut du mouvement et de l'appareil locomoteur, UMR CNRS 787/AMU, hôpital Sainte-Marguerite, centre hospitalo-universitaire Sud, boulevard de Sainte-Marguerite, 13009 Marseille, France
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- Institut du mouvement et de l'appareil locomoteur, UMR CNRS 787/AMU, hôpital Sainte-Marguerite, centre hospitalo-universitaire Sud, boulevard de Sainte-Marguerite, 13009 Marseille, France
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- Institut du mouvement et de l'appareil locomoteur, UMR CNRS 787/AMU, hôpital Sainte-Marguerite, centre hospitalo-universitaire Sud, boulevard de Sainte-Marguerite, 13009 Marseille, France
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- Institut du mouvement et de l'appareil locomoteur, UMR CNRS 787/AMU, hôpital Sainte-Marguerite, centre hospitalo-universitaire Sud, boulevard de Sainte-Marguerite, 13009 Marseille, France
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Mihalko WM, Wimmer MA, Pacione CA, Laurent MP, Murphy RF, Rider C. How have alternative bearings and modularity affected revision rates in total hip arthroplasty? Clin Orthop Relat Res 2014; 472:3747-58. [PMID: 25070918 PMCID: PMC4397767 DOI: 10.1007/s11999-014-3816-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 39] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Total hip arthroplasty (THA) continues to be one of the most successful surgical procedures in the medical field. However, over the last two decades, the use of modularity and alternative bearings in THA has become routine. Given the known problems associated with hard-on-hard bearing couples, including taper failures with more modular stem designs, local and systemic effects from metal-on-metal bearings, and fractures with ceramic-on-ceramic bearings, it is not known whether in aggregate the survivorship of these implants is better or worse than the metal-on-polyethylene bearings that they sought to replace. QUESTIONS/PURPOSES Have alternative bearings (metal-on-metal and ceramic-on-ceramic) and implant modularity decreased revision rates of primary THAs? METHODS In this systematic review of MEDLINE and EMBASE, we used several Boolean search strings for each topic and surveyed national registry data from English-speaking countries. Clinical research (Level IV or higher) with ≥ 5 years of followup was included; retrieval studies and case reports were excluded. We included registry data at ≥ 7 years followup. A total of 32 studies (and five registry reports) on metal-on-metal, 19 studies (and five registry reports) on ceramic-on-ceramic, and 20 studies (and one registry report) on modular stem designs met inclusion criteria and were evaluated in detail. Insufficient data were available on metal-on-ceramic and ceramic-on-metal implants, and monoblock acetabular designs were evaluated in another recent systematic review so these were not evaluated here. RESULTS There was no evidence in the literature that alternative bearings (either metal-on-metal or ceramic-on-ceramic) in THA have decreased revision rates. Registry data, however, showed that large head metal-on-metal implants have lower 7- to 10-year survivorship than do standard bearings. In THA, modular exchangeable femoral neck implants had a lower 10-year survival rate in both literature reviews and in registry data compared with combined registry primary THA implant survivorship. CONCLUSIONS Despite improvements in implant technology, there is no evidence that alternative bearings or modularity have resulted in decreased THA revision rates after 5 years. In fact, both large head metal-on-metal THA and added modularity may well lower survivorship and should only be used in select cases in which the mission cannot be achieved without it. Based on this experience, followup and/or postmarket surveillance studies should have a duration of at least 5 years before introducing new alternative bearings or modularity on a widespread scale.
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- William M Mihalko
- Campbell Clinic Department of Orthopaedic Surgery and Biomedical Engineering, University of Tennessee, 956 Court Avenue, Suite E226, Memphis, TN, 38163, USA,
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The relationship between contralateral hip arthritis and co-morbid medical conditions that affect a patient's ability to walk, and outcome following total hip arthroplasty (THA) is not fully understood. We investigated this relationship in a prospective, multi-centre study. 1497 hips (1428 patients) were recruited. At five years follow-up there was complete data for 1053 hips. We recorded Oxford Hip Score (OHS) and Charnley Class (CC) both preoperatively and at one and five years after surgery. Preoperatively there was a significant difference in OHS between CC categories and OHS deteriorated from CC-A to CC-C (p<0.001). The absolute OHS was significantly worse in CC-C compared to CC-A. Patients who remained in CC-A at five year follow-up had a larger change in OHS (mean 24) compared to those who had changed from CC-A to CC-C at five years (mean 21) p<0.001. The OHS an outcome measure frequently used for THA is influenced by several extraneous factors which may be present preoperatively but also change over time. These factors include the condition of the opposite hip as well as other disease processes that affect a patient's locomotion and therefore interpretation of OHS in isolation without additional information may not be appropriate.
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Following the recall of modular neck hip stems in July 2012, research into femoral modularity will intensify over the next few years. This review aims to provide surgeons with an up-to-date summary of the clinically relevant evidence. The development of femoral modularity, and a classification system, is described. The theoretical rationale for modularity is summarised and the clinical outcomes are explored. The review also examines the clinically relevant problems reported following the use of femoral stems with a modular neck. Joint replacement registries in the United Kingdom and Australia have provided data on the failure rates of modular devices but cannot identify the mechanism of failure. This information is needed to determine whether modular neck femoral stems will be used in the future, and how we should monitor patients who already have them implanted.
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- H Krishnan
- Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Brockley Hill, Stanmore, Middlesex, UK.
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Muirhead-Allwood S, Sandiford N, Skinner JA, Hua J, Kabir C, Walker PS. Uncemented custom computer-assisted design and manufacture of hydroxyapatite-coated femoral components. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2010; 92:1079-84. [DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.92b8.23123] [Citation(s) in RCA: 31] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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We present the 10- to 17-year results of 112 computer-assisted design computer-assisted manufacture femoral components. The total hip replacements were performed between 1992 and 1998 in 111 patients, comprising 53 men and 58 women. Their mean age was 46.2 years (24.6 to 62.2) with a mean follow-up of 13 years (10 to 17). The mean Harris Hip Score improved from 42.4 (7 to 99) to 90.3 (38 to 100), the mean Oxford Hip Score from 43.1 (12 to 59) to 18.2 (12 to 51) and the mean Western Ontario MacMasters University Osteoarthritis Index score from 57.0 (7 to 96) to 11.9 (0 to 85). There was one revision due to failure of the acetabular component but no failures of the femoral component. There were no revisions for aseptic loosening. The worst-case survival in this cohort of custom femoral components at 13.2 years follow-up was 98.2% (95% confidence interval 95 to 99). Overall survival of this series of total hip replacements was 97.3% (95% confidence interval 95 to 99). These results are comparable with the best medium- to long-term results for femoral components used in primary total hip replacement with any means of fixation.
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- The London Hip Unit, 4th Floor, 30 Devonshire Street, London W1G 6PU, UK
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- The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore, Middlesex HA7 4LP, UK
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- The Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Stanmore, Middlesex HA7 4LP, UK
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- The London Hip Unit, 4th Floor, 30 Devonshire Street, London W1G 6PU, UK
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- MIS Laboratory, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery NYU Medical Center - Hospital for Joint Diseases, 301 East 17th Street, Manhattan, New York 10003, USA
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