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Spir IAZ, Anzai A, Utino A, Katayama H, Tosello G, Nery MM, Anhesini M, Tiezzi OS, Otani P, Bernardo WM. Comparison between ceramic-on-polyethylene versus metal-on-polyethylene prostheses in Total Hip Arthroplasties: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Rev Assoc Med Bras (1992) 2022; 68:1611-1618. [PMID: 36477100 PMCID: PMC9779979 DOI: 10.1590/1806-9282.022d6812] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/04/2022] [Accepted: 11/09/2022] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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The Guidelines Project, an initiative of the Brazilian Medical Association, aims to combine information from the medical field to standardize how to conduct, and to assist in the reasoning and decision-making of doctors. The information provided by this project must be critically evaluated by the physician responsible for the conduct that will be adopted, depending on the conditions and the clinical condition of each patient.
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- Unimed, Evidence-Based Medicine Center – Presidente Prudente (SP), Brazil
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- Unimed, Evidence-Based Medicine Center – Presidente Prudente (SP), Brazil
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- Unimed, Evidence-Based Medicine Center – Presidente Prudente (SP), Brazil
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- Unimed, Evidence-Based Medicine Center – Presidente Prudente (SP), Brazil
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- Unimed, Evidence-Based Medicine Center – Presidente Prudente (SP), Brazil
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- Unimed, Evidence-Based Medicine Center – Presidente Prudente (SP), Brazil
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- Unimed, Evidence-Based Medicine Center – Presidente Prudente (SP), Brazil
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- Federação das Unimeds do Estado de São Paulo, Federal Council of Medicine – São Paulo (SP), Brazil.,Corresponding author:
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Chisari E, Magnuson JA, Ong CB, Parvizi J, Krueger CA. Ceramic-on-polyethylene hip arthroplasty reduces the risk of postoperative periprosthetic joint infection. J Orthop Res 2022; 40:2133-2138. [PMID: 34812555 DOI: 10.1002/jor.25230] [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: 09/07/2021] [Revised: 11/02/2021] [Accepted: 11/20/2021] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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Metal-on-polyethylene (MoP) total hip arthroplasty (THA) prostheses are known to release metal debris. Basic science studies suggest that metal implants induce a pro-inflammatory response that ultimately chemoattracts leukocytes including macrophages and neutrophils to the surgical site. This raises concern of higher risk of infection with these prostheses through the "trojan horse" mechanism by which neutrophils and macrophages transport intracellular pathogens from a remote site. This study compared the infection occurrence between MoP and ceramic-on-polyethylene (CoP) implants to determine if a higher infection rate in MoP is present. We reviewed a consecutive series of 6052 CoP and 4550 MoP primary THA patients from 2015 to 2019. The occurrence of periprosthetic joint infection at 2 years was defined according to the 2018 ICM definition. Statistical analysis consisted of descriptive statistics, univariate analysis, and regression modeling. When compared to CoP, MoP patients were older, included more females, had a higher body mass index, and more commonly affected by comorbidities according to Elixhauser's score. Total revisions were higher in the MoP group (3.19% vs. 2.41%) The absolute incidence of PJI was higher in MoP (2.40% vs. 1.64%). When we adjusted for confounding factors, MoP was found independently associated with a higher PJI risk. Despite MoP and CoP both being widely used for primary THA, we found a higher incidence of PJI in MoP patients. The association remained significant when controlled for possible confounders. We hypothesize that leukocyte recruitment to these implants may play a role and should be further investigated.
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- Emanuele Chisari
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Rothman Orthopaedic Institute, Thomas Jefferson University, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
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Bergvinsson H, Sundberg M, Flivik G. Polyethylene Wear With Ceramic and Metal Femoral Heads at 5 Years: A Randomized Controlled Trial With Radiostereometric Analysis. J Arthroplasty 2020; 35:3769-3776. [PMID: 32763006 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2020.06.057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 11] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/01/2020] [Revised: 06/15/2020] [Accepted: 06/18/2020] [Indexed: 02/02/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND A common bearing combination in total hip arthroplasty today is a metal femoral head articulating with polyethylene in the cup. Ceramic heads are thought to be more resistant to third-body damage, and have better wettability and decreased surface roughness, which taken together have been suggested to result in less polyethylene wear. The purpose of this study is to compare the initial creep deformation and follow wear pattern, using radiostereometric analysis, of ceramic and metal femoral heads that articulate with a modern highly cross-linked polyethylene cup liner. METHODS Fifty patients with primary osteoarthritis and scheduled for an uncemented total hip arthroplasty were randomized 1:1 to either a ceramic (BIOLOX delta) or a metal (CoCr) femoral head. The patients were followed up for 5 years with repeated radiostereometric analysis examinations (postoperatively, then at 14 days, 3, 12, 24, and 60 months), as well as a hip-specific outcome questionnaire. RESULTS During the first 3 months both groups showed expected creep within the liner of 0.12 mm (standard deviation 0.03) for the ceramic and 0.08 mm (standard deviation 0.02) for the metal heads. Between 3 months and 5 years there was very little wear of the liner in either group, corresponding to 0.003 mm/y for ceramic and 0.007 mm/y for metal heads. There was no difference in cup migration or clinical outcome between the groups and no cups were revised. CONCLUSION With the introduction of modern highly cross-linked polyethylene, the ceramic head demonstrates no superiority when it comes to either early deformation or polyethylene wear compared with the metal head.
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- Halldor Bergvinsson
- Department of Orthopedics, Clinical Sciences, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital, Lund, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopedics, Clinical Sciences, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital, Lund, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopedics, Clinical Sciences, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital, Lund, Sweden
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Gosling OB, Ferreri TG, Khoshbin A, Whitehouse MR, Atrey A. A systematic review and meta-analysis of survivorship and wear rates of metal and ceramic heads articulating with polyethylene liners in total hip arthroplasty. Hip Int 2020; 30:761-774. [PMID: 32933331 DOI: 10.1177/1120700019866428] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [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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BACKGROUND The major joint registries report better survivorship for ceramic on polyethylene over metal on polyethylene bearings in total hip arthroplasty and it is generally accepted that this is due to a lower polyethylene wear rate. We used evidence synthesis to compare survivorship, polyethylene wear rates and metal ion levels for metal-on-polyethylene (MoP) and ceramic-on-polyethylene (CoP) bearings. If wear rates are not dissimilar in vivo this difference in revision rate may have another cause. Modular junctions are a potential source of corrosion and it is postulated that this may result in higher revision rates. METHODS We performed a systematic review and meta-analysis comparing the survivorship of MoP and CoP bearings. Odds ratio (95% CI) of revision was calculated. Mean difference (MD) and 95% confidence intervals (CI) were used to compare secondary outcomes of polyethylene wear and metal ion levels. Meta-analysis was performed with a Mantel-Haenszel Random-Effects Model. RESULTS 6 randomised controlled trials were included. There was no statistically significant difference between MoP and CoP revision rate (OR 1.04; 95% CI, 0.37-2.90, I2 = 0%, p = 0.94), linear bearing wear (MD 0.00 mm; 95% CI, -0.05 -0.05, I2 = 98%, p = 0.90), nor volumetric bearing wear (MD 33.57 mm3; 95% CI, -215.56-282.70, I2 = 98%, p = 0.79). No studies evaluated metal ion levels. CONCLUSIONS We found no evidence of a difference in revision rates nor linear and volumetric wear between MoP and CoP bearings in the randomised controlled trials currently available. Our study therefore does not advocate the additional cost associated with the use of ceramic heads in combination with polyethylene bearings in order to minimise revision rates. This contrasts the findings of in vitro studies and the major joint registries.
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- Oliver B Gosling
- Avon Orthopaedic Centre, Brunel Building, Southmead Hospital, North Bristol NHS Trust, Bristol, UK
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Central Michigan University College of Medicine, MI, USA
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- St Michaels Hospital, Toronto, Canada.,Faculty of Surgery, University of Toronto, Canada
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- Avon Orthopaedic Centre, Brunel Building, Southmead Hospital, North Bristol NHS Trust, Bristol, UK.,Musculoskeletal Research Unit, Translational Health Sciences, Bristol Medical School, School of Clinical Sciences, Southmead Hospital, Bristol, UK.,National Institute for Health Research Bristol Biomedical Research Centre, University Hospitals Bristol NHS Foundation Trust and University of Bristol, UK
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- St Michaels Hospital, Toronto, Canada.,Faculty of Surgery, University of Toronto, Canada
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Cadaver-Specific Models for Finite-Element Analysis of Iliopsoas Impingement in Dual-Mobility Hip Implants. J Arthroplasty 2018; 33:3574-3580. [PMID: 30029930 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2018.06.029] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/21/2018] [Revised: 06/04/2018] [Accepted: 06/25/2018] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Joint dislocation is a major cause of failure in total hip arthroplasty. Dual-mobility implants provide a femoral head diameter that can match the native hip size for greater stability against dislocation. However, such large heads are prone to impingement against surrounding soft tissues. To address this concern, the concept of an anatomically contoured dual-mobility implant was evaluated using cadaver-specific finite-element analysis (FEA). METHODS The stiffness of 10 iliopsoas tendons was measured and also 3D bone models, contact pressure, and iliopsoas tendon stress were evaluated for 2 implant designs according to a previous cadaveric experiment. The iliopsoas interaction with an anatomically contoured and conventional dual-mobility implant was analyzed throughout hip flexion. RESULTS The tensile test of cadaveric iliopsoas tendons revealed an average linear stiffness of 339.4 N/mm, which was used as an input for the FEA. Tendon-liner contact pressure and tendon von Mises stress decreased with increasing hip flexion for both implants. Average contact pressure and von Mises stresses were lower in the anatomically contoured design compared with the conventional implant across all specimens and hip flexion angles. CONCLUSIONS This study was built upon a previous cadaver study showing reduced tenting of the iliopsoas tendon for an anatomically contoured design compared with a conventional dual-mobility implant. The present cadaver-specific FEA study found reduced tendon-liner contact pressure and tendon stresses with contoured dual-mobility liners. Anatomical contoured design may be a solution to avoid anterior soft-tissue impingement when using hip prostheses with large femoral heads.
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de Steiger R, Peng A, Lewis P, Graves S. What Is the Long-term Survival for Primary THA With Small-head Metal-on-metal Bearings? Clin Orthop Relat Res 2018; 476:1231-1237. [PMID: 29432270 PMCID: PMC6263567 DOI: 10.1007/s11999.0000000000000209] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [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 Large-head metal-on-metal (MoM) bearing hip replacements have been shown to have a much higher rate of revision than other bearing surfaces. However, small-head (≤ 32 mm) MoM bearing surfaces have been in use for many years with several reports of satisfactory mid- to long-term survivorship. It is unclear whether the long-term survival of small-head MoM devices will continue to be satisfactory or whether the same concerns seen with the large-head MoM devices will ultimately become more prevalent. QUESTIONS/PURPOSES We analyzed a large national registry to ask: (1) What is the 15-year Kaplan-Meier survivorship of primary conventional THA using small-head (≤ 32 mm) MoM bearing surfaces compared with large-head MoM bearing surfaces in primary THA? (2) Is there an increased rate of revision for adverse reaction to metal debris (ARMD) in this group of patients over time? METHODS The Australian Orthopaedic Association National Joint Replacement Registry longitudinally maintains data on all primary and revision joint arthroplasties with nearly 100% capture. We analyzed all conventional primary THAs performed from Registry inception in September 1999 until December 31, 2015, in patients with a diagnosis of osteoarthritis and using MoM bearing surfaces ≤ 32 mm in diameter, defined as small-head MoM. The study group included 4838 primary THA with ≤ 32-mm MoM bearing surfaces. There were 2506 (51.8%) male patients and the median age of patients undergoing THA with a small-head MoM bearing surface was 64 years (range, 20-92 years of age). The outcome measure was the cumulative percent revision defined as the time to first revision using Kaplan-Meier estimates of survivorship at 15 years; reasons for revision and type of revision were also examined. We specifically investigated whether there was an increased risk of revision for ARMD in this MoM group compared with all other bearing surfaces. We compared these results with large-head MoM THAs (femoral head size > 32 mm). RESULTS The cumulative percent revision for small-head MoM designs at 15 years was 8.5% (95% confidence interval [CI], 7.3-9.9). The cumulative percent revision for large-head MoM at 14 years was 27.4% (95% CI, 24.8-30.2). Prostheses with a large-head MoM articulation have a higher rate of revision than small-head MoM bearing surfaces (hazard ratio after 6 years, 5.14; 95% CI, 4.1-6.5; p < 0.001). Over time, there was a gradual increase in the diagnosis of ARMD for small-head MoM and the cumulative incidence of revision for ARMD was 0.8% at 15 years. CONCLUSIONS Despite survival that is substantially greater than that of large-head MoM THAs, there has been a marked decrease in the use of small-head MoM designs in our registry. Although the reasons for this are likely multifactorial, the increasing incidence of revisions for ARMD among small-head MoM THAs is concerning. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level III, therapeutic study.
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- Richard de Steiger
- R. de Steiger, Department of Surgery, Epworth Healthcare, University of Melbourne, Richmond, Victoria, Australia A. Peng, South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, Adelaide, Australia P. Lewis, S. Graves, Australian Orthopaedic Association National Joint Replacement Registry, South Australian Health and Medical Research Institute, Adelaide, Australia This work was performed at the Australian Orthopaedic Association National Joint Replacement Registry, Adelaide, South Australia, Australia
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Wang C, Sun J, Xu N, Zha J, Wang L. [Mid-term effectiveness of large-head metal-on-metal total hip arthroplasty]. ZHONGGUO XIU FU CHONG JIAN WAI KE ZA ZHI = ZHONGGUO XIUFU CHONGJIAN WAIKE ZAZHI = CHINESE JOURNAL OF REPARATIVE AND RECONSTRUCTIVE SURGERY 2018; 32:389-393. [PMID: 29806294 DOI: 10.7507/1002-1892.201709087] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/03/2022]
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Objective To explore the mid-term effectiveness of large-head metal-on-metal total hip arthroplasty (THA). Methods A retrospective analysis was made on the clinical date of 40 patients (43 hips) who were treated with the large-head metal-on-metal THA between April 2009 and June 2010. There were 18 males (20 hips) and 22 females (23 hips) with an average age of 55.1 years (range, 20-85 years). Unilateral hip was involved in 37 cases and bilateral hips in 3 cases. The disease causes included osteonecrosis of the femoral head in 14 cases (15 hips), osteoarthritis in 6 cases (7 hips), rheumatoid arthritis in 4 cases (4 hips), femoral neck fracture in 4 cases (4 hips), and developmental dysplasia of the hip in 12 cases (13 hips). Before operation, the Harris score and University of California Los Angeles (UCLA) score were 38.51±5.62 and 4.21±1.43, respectively. The visual analogue scale (VAS) score was 6.78±0.95. Results All patients were followed up 6.7-8.3 years (mean 7.5 years). All incisions healed primarily and no neurovascular injury, infection, and hip dislocation occurred. At last follow-up, the Harris score and UCLA score were 93.33±3.21 and 7.32±1.45, respectively, showing significant differences when compared with preoperative scores ( t=51.753, P=0.000; t=23.232, P=0.000). The thigh pain occurred in 3 cases (3 hips) in whom the inflammatory pseudotumor of soft tissues was found in 1 case (1 hip). Postoperative X-ray films showed that the acetabular abduction angle and anteversion angle were (46.5±3.2)° and (14.8±3.6) °, respectively. The initial stability of femoral stem prosthesis was excellent in 39 hips and good in 4 hips according to Mulliken standard. Osteolysis occurred in 2 hips and revision was performed in 1 hip of secondary loosening of prosthesis. The rest patients had no prosthesis loosening or sinking. Conclusion The mid-term effectiveness of large-head mental-on-mental THA in treatment of the terminal diseases of hips are good.
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- Chao Wang
- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Jiangsu, 215006, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Jiangsu, 215006,
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Jiangsu, 215006, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Jiangsu, 215006, P.R.China
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- Department of Orthopaedics, the First Affiliated Hospital of Soochow University, Suzhou Jiangsu, 215006, P.R.China
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Hexter AT, Hislop SM, Blunn GW, Liddle AD. The effect of bearing surface on risk of periprosthetic joint infection in total hip arthroplasty: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Bone Joint J 2018; 100-B:134-142. [PMID: 29437054 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.100b2.bjj-2017-0575.r1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 36] [Impact Index Per Article: 6.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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AIMS Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is a serious complication of total hip arthroplasty (THA). Different bearing surface materials have different surface properties and it has been suggested that the choice of bearing surface may influence the risk of PJI after THA. The objective of this meta-analysis was to compare the rate of PJI between metal-on-polyethylene (MoP), ceramic-on-polyethylene (CoP), and ceramic-on-ceramic (CoC) bearings. PATIENTS AND METHODS Electronic databases (Medline, Embase, Cochrane library, Web of Science, and Cumulative Index of Nursing and Allied Health Literature) were searched for comparative randomized and observational studies that reported the incidence of PJI for different bearing surfaces. Two investigators independently reviewed studies for eligibility, evaluated risk of bias, and performed data extraction. Meta-analysis was performed using the Mantel-Haenzel method and random-effects model in accordance with methods of the Cochrane group. RESULTS Our search strategy revealed 2272 studies, of which 17 met the inclusion criteria and were analyzed. These comprised 11 randomized controlled trials and six observational studies. The overall quality of included studies was high but the observational studies were at high risk of bias due to inadequate adjustment for confounding factors. The overall cumulative incidence of PJI across all studies was 0.78% (1514/193 378). For each bearing combination, the overall incidence was as follows: MoP 0.85% (1353/158 430); CoP 0.38% (67/17 489); and CoC 0.53% (94/17 459). The meta-analysis showed no significant difference between the three bearing combinations in terms of risk of PJI. CONCLUSION On the basis of the clinical studies available, there is no evidence that bearing choice influences the risk of PJI. Future research, including basic science studies and large, adequately controlled registry studies, may be helpful in determining whether implant materials play a role in determining the risk of PJI following arthroplasty surgery. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2018;100-B:134-42.
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- A T Hexter
- Institute of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Science, University College London, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Brockley Hill, Stanmore, Middlesex HA7 4LP, UK
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Science, University College London, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Brockley Hill, Stanmore, Middlesex HA7 4LP, UK
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Science, University College London, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Brockley Hill, Stanmore, Middlesex HA7 4LP, UK
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- Institute of Orthopaedics and Musculoskeletal Science, University College London, Royal National Orthopaedic Hospital, Brockley Hill, Stanmore, Middlesex HA7 4LP, UK
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Bedard NA, Burnett RA, DeMik DE, Gao Y, Liu SS, Callaghan JJ. Are Trends in Total Hip Arthroplasty Bearing Surface Continuing to Change? 2007-2015 Usage in a Large Database Cohort. J Arthroplasty 2017; 32:3777-3781. [PMID: 28887024 DOI: 10.1016/j.arth.2017.07.044] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/10/2017] [Revised: 07/25/2017] [Accepted: 07/26/2017] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND Bearing surface issues related to trunnionosis or metal-on-metal (MoM) articulations have likely impacted recent trends in bearing surface choice. The purpose of this study is to evaluate trends in total hip arthroplasty (THA) bearing surface use, including 2015 data, with respect to the date of operation and patient demographics. METHODS The Humana dataset was reviewed from 2007 through 2015 to analyze bearing surface usage in primary THA. Four bearing surface types were identified by International Classification of Disease, 10th Revision codes and trended throughout the years: metal-on-polyethylene (MoP), ceramic-on-ceramic (CoC), ceramic-on-polyethylene (CoP), and MoM. Prevalence was analyzed as a function of age and sex. RESULTS Of the 28,504 primary THA procedures, the most commonly used bearing was MoP (46.1%), followed by CoP (33.2%), MoM (17.1%), and ceramic-on-ceramic (3.6%). The use of CoP bearings significantly increased from 6.4% in 2007 to 52.0% in 2015, while MoM bearings decreased during this period. MoP bearings decreased over 2012-2015 (P < .001). CoP usage decreased with age, while MoP bearings increased with a transition occurring at 65-69 years of age. Women were more likely to receive MoP bearings (odds ratio [OR] 1.2), while men were more likely to receive MoM and CoP bearings (OR 1.1). Multivariate logistic regression showed age to be an independent predictor of bearing surface choice with patients 65 and older more likely to receive MoP bearings (OR 3.2). CONCLUSION Bearing surface choice in primary THA has changed tremendously from 2007 to 2015. MoM bearing use has decreased as a result of adverse effects. Age continues to remain a significant factor in bearing surface choice.
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- Nicholas A Bedard
- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
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- Department of Orthopedics and Rehabilitation, University of Iowa, Iowa City, Iowa
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Dahlstrand H, Stark A, Wick MC, Anissian L, Hailer NP, Weiss RJ. Comparison of metal ion concentrations and implant survival after total hip arthroplasty with metal-on-metal versus metal-on-polyethylene articulations. Acta Orthop 2017; 88:490-495. [PMID: 28699417 PMCID: PMC5560210 DOI: 10.1080/17453674.2017.1350370] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/08/2023] Open
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Background and purpose - Large metal-on-metal (MoM) articulations are associated with metal wear and corrosion, leading to increased metal ion concentrations and unacceptable revision rates. There are few comparative studies of 28-mm MoM articulations with conventional metal-on-polyethylene (MoP) couplings. We present a long-term follow-up of a randomized controlled trial comparing MoM versus MoP 28-mm articulations, focused on metal ions and implant survival. Patients and methods - 85 patients with a mean age of 65 years at surgery were randomized to a MoM (Metasul) or a MoP (Protasul) bearing. After 16 years, 38 patients had died and 4 had undergone revision surgery. 13 patients were unavailable for clinical follow-up, leaving 30 patients (n = 14 MoM and n = 16 MoP) for analysis of metal ion concentrations and clinical outcome. Results - 15-year implant survival was similar in both groups (MoM 96% [95% CI 88-100] versus MoP 97% [95% CI 91-100]). The mean serum cobalt concentration was 4-fold higher in the MoM (1.5 μg/L) compared with the MoP cohort (0.4 μg/L, p < 0.001) and the mean chromium concentration was double in the MoM (2.2 μg/L) compared with the MoP cohort (1.0 μg/L, p = 0.05). Mean creatinine levels were similar in both groups (MoM 93 μmol/L versus MoP 92 μmol/L). Harris hip scores differed only marginally between the MoM and MoP cohorts. Interpretation - This is the longest follow-up of a randomized trial on 28-mm MoM articulations, and although implant survival in the 2 groups was similar, metal ion concentrations remained elevated in the MoM cohort even in the long term.
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- Henrik Dahlstrand
- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Section of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm;,Correspondence:
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- Department of Clinical Sciences, Danderyd Hospital, Karolinska Institutet, Stockholm
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- Functional Unit for Musculoskeletal Radiology, Function Imaging and Physiology, Karolinska University Hospital, Karolinska Institutet Stockholm, Sweden
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Oregon Health Science University, Portland, Oregon, USA
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- Section of Orthopaedics, Department of Surgical Sciences, Uppsala University, Uppsala, Sweden
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- Department of Molecular Medicine and Surgery, Section of Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine, Karolinska Institutet, Karolinska University Hospital, Stockholm
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Wall PDH, Richards BL, Sprowson A, Buchbinder R, Singh JA. Do outcomes reported in randomised controlled trials of joint replacement surgery fulfil the OMERACT 2.0 Filter? A review of the 2008 and 2013 literature. Syst Rev 2017; 6:106. [PMID: 28558822 PMCID: PMC5450048 DOI: 10.1186/s13643-017-0498-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [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: 12/08/2016] [Accepted: 05/10/2017] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND It is not known, whether outcome reporting in trials of total joint arthroplasty in the recent years is adequate or not. Our objective was to assess whether outcomes reported in total joint replacement (TJR) trials fulfil the Outcome Measures in Rheumatology (OMERACT) Filter 2.0. METHODS We systematically reviewed all TJR trials in adults, published in English in 2008 or 2013. Searches were conducted in the Cochrane Central Register of Controlled Trials, MEDLINE, and EMBASE. Two authors independently applied the inclusion criteria for the studies, and any disagreement was resolved with a third review author. All outcome measures were abstracted using a pre-piloted standardised data extraction form and assessed for whether they mapped to one of the three OMERACT Filter 2.0 core areas: pathophysiological, life impact, and death. RESULTS From 1635 trials identified, we included 70 trials (30 in 2008 and 40 in 2013) meeting the eligibility criteria. Twenty-two (31%) trials reported the three essential OMERACT core areas. Among the 27 hip replacement surgery trials and 39 knee replacement surgery trials included, 11 hip (41%) and nine knee (23%) trials reported all three essential OMERACT core areas. The most common outcome domains/measures were pain (20/27, 74%) and function (23/27, 85%) in hip trials and pain (26/39, 67%) and function (27/39, 69%) in knee trials. Results were similar for shoulder and hand joint replacement trials. CONCLUSIONS We identified significant gaps in the measurement of OMERACT core outcome areas in TJR trials, despite the majority reporting outcome domains of pain and function. An international consensus of key stakeholders is needed to develop a core domain set for reporting of TJR trials. SYSTEMATIC REVIEW REGISTRATION PROSPERO CRD42014009216.
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- Peter D H Wall
- Warwick Clinical Trials Unit, University of Warwick, Coventry, UK
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- Institute of Rheumatology and Orthopaedics, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, Australia.,Sydney Medical School, University of Sydney, Sydney, Australia
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- Warwick Clinical Trials Unit, University of Warwick, Coventry, UK
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- Department of Epidemiology and Preventive Medicine, School of Public Health & Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Frankston, VIC, Australia.,Monash Department of Clinical Epidemiology, Cabrini Institute, Melbourne, VIC, Australia
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- Birmingham Veterans Affairs Medical Center and University of Alabama at Birmingham, Faculty Office Tower 805B, 510 20th Street S, Birmingham, AL, 35294, USA. .,Mayo Clinic School of Medicine, Rochester, MN, USA.
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Pijls BG, Meessen JMTA, Schoones JW, Fiocco M, van der Heide HJL, Sedrakyan A, Nelissen RGHH. Increased Mortality in Metal-on-Metal versus Non-Metal-on-Metal Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty at 10 Years and Longer Follow-Up: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. PLoS One 2016; 11:e0156051. [PMID: 27295038 PMCID: PMC4905643 DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0156051] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/27/2016] [Accepted: 05/09/2016] [Indexed: 11/19/2022] Open
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IMPORTANCE There are concerns about increased mortality in patients with metal-on-metal bearings in total hip arthroplasty (THA). OBJECTIVE To determine the mortality and the morbidity in patients with metal-on-metal articulations (MOM THA) compared to patients with non-metal-on-metal articulations (non-MOM THA) after primary total hip arthroplasty. DATA SOURCES Search of PubMed, MEDLINE, EMBASE, Web of Science, Cochrane, CINAHL, AcademicSearchPremier, ScienceDirect, Wiley and clinical trial registers through March 2015, augmented by a hand search of references from the included articles. No language restrictions were applied. STUDY SELECTION Two reviewers screened and identified randomised controlled trials and observational studies of primary total hip arthroplasty comparing MOM THA with non-MOM THA. DATA EXTRACTION AND SYNTHESIS Two reviewers independently extracted study data and assessed risk of bias. Risk differences (RD) were calculated with random effect models. Meta-regression was used to explore modifying factors. MAIN OUTCOMES AND MEASURES Difference in mortality and difference in morbidity expressed as revisions and medical complications between patients with MOM THA and non-MOM THA. RESULTS Forty-seven studies were included, comprising 4,000 THA in randomised trials and over 500,000 THA in observational studies. For mortality, random effects analysis revealed a higher pooled RD of 0.7%, 95%, confidence interval (CI) [0.0%, 2.3%], I-square 42%; the heterogeneity was explained by differences in follow-up. When restricted to studies with long term follow-up (i.e. 10 years or more), the RD for mortality was 8.5%, 95%, CI [5.8%, 11.2%]; number needed to treat was 12. Further subgroup analyses and meta-regression random effects models revealed no evidence for other moderator variables (study level covariates, e.g. resurfacing vs. non-resurfacing MOM) than follow-up duration. The quality of the evidence presented in this meta-analysis was characterized as moderate according to the CLEAR-NPT (for non-pharmacological trials) and Cochrane risk of bias Table. CONCLUSIONS AND RELEVANCE Meta-analysis suggests there may be an increased long-term risk of mortality and revision surgery for patients with MOM THA compared to patients with non-MOM THA. REGISTRATION PROSPERO 2014:CRD42014007417.
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- B G Pijls
- Department of Orthopaedics, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Walaeus Library, Leiden University Medical Centre, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Department of Medical Statistics, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
- Mathematical Institute, Leiden University, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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- FDA Medical Device Epidemiology (MDEpiNet) Science and Infrastructure Center, U.S. Food and Drug Administration, Silver Spring, MD, United States of America
- Department of Healthcare Policy and Research, Weill Cornell Medical College, New York, NY, United States of America
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- Department of Orthopaedics, Leiden University Medical Center, Leiden, The Netherlands
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Mogensen SL, Jakobsen T, Christoffersen H, Krarup N. High Re-Operation Rates Using Conserve Metal-On-Metal Total Hip Articulations. Open Orthop J 2016; 10:41-8. [PMID: 27099640 PMCID: PMC4814723 DOI: 10.2174/1874325001610010041] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/25/2015] [Revised: 12/16/2015] [Accepted: 02/08/2016] [Indexed: 12/12/2022] Open
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Introduction: Metal-on-metal hip articulations have been intensely debated after reports of adverse reactions and high failure rates. The aim of this study was to retrospectively evaluate the implant of a metal-on.metal total hip articulation (MOM THA) from a single manufacture in a two-center study. Materials and Methods: 108 CONSERVE® MOM THA were implanted in 92 patients between November 2005 and December 2010. Patients had at time of retrospective evaluation their journals reviewed for re-operations and adverse reactions. Results: 20 hips were re-operated (18.4%) at a mean follow up of 53 months. 4 pseudotumors were diagnosed at time of follow up but no substantiated link was made between adverse reactions and re-operations. Conclusion: The high re-operation rates found in this study raised concern about the usage of the MOM THA and subsequently lead to the termination of implantation of this MOM THA at the two orthopaedic departments.
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- S L Mogensen
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Regional Hospital Viborg, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Regional Hospital Viborg, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Regional Hospital Thy, Denmark
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, The Regional Hospital Viborg, Denmark
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Etiopathogenesis of osteolytic cysts associated with total ankle arthroplasty, a histological study. Foot Ankle Surg 2015; 21:132-6. [PMID: 25937414 DOI: 10.1016/j.fas.2015.02.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/10/2014] [Revised: 01/12/2015] [Accepted: 02/28/2015] [Indexed: 02/04/2023]
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BACKGROUND Osteolytic cyst formation after total ankle arthroplasty has been identified in recent years and is probably an important problem with longer follow-up. The aim of this study is to describe the outcome of a histological analysis of samples from periprosthetic intra-osseous cysts and joint capsules, retrieved during revision surgery after primary total ankle arthroplasty. METHODS All samples (n=22) were analyzed and scored using a semi-quantitative grading system. The main items of interest were polyethylene (PE) particles, metal particles, histiocytes, and giant cells. RESULTS All cyst samples contained PE particles. A similar number of PE particles were found in talar and tibial cysts. No significant correlation between the number of PE particles and time to reoperation was found. Metal particles were found in 16 cysts. CONCLUSIONS We suggest that PE particles are not the primary cause of osteolytic cyst formation but a secondary contributing factor probably accelerating the process of osteolysis. It is likely that implant design, biomechanical factors and local anatomic-physiological factors play an important role.
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Hwang KT, Kim YH, Kim YS, Ryu JA. Prevalence of a soft-tissue lesion after small head metal-on-metal total hip replacement: 13- to 19-year follow-up study. Bone Joint J 2015; 96-B:1594-9. [PMID: 25452360 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.96b12.33705] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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We investigated the incidence of soft-tissue lesions after small head metal-on-metal total hip replacement (MoM THR). Between December 1993 and May 1999, 149 patients (195 hips) underwent primary cementless MoM THR. During the follow-up period, three patients (five THRs) died and eight patients (14 THRs) were lost to follow-up. We requested that all patients undergo CT evaluation. After exclusion of five patients (six THRs) who had undergone a revision procedure, and 22 (28 THRs) who were unwilling to take part in this study, 111 patients (142 THRs) were evaluated. There were 63 men (88 THRs) and 48 women (54 THRs) with a mean age of 45.7 years (37 to 56) at the time of surgery. The mean follow-up was 15.4 years (13 to 19). A soft-tissue lesion was defined as an abnormal peri-prosthetic collection of fluid, solid lesion or asymmetrical soft-tissue mass. At final follow-up, soft-tissue lesions were found in relation to 28 THRs (19.7%), including 25 solid and three cystic lesions. They were found in 20 men and eight women; 26 lesions were asymptomatic and two were symptomatic. The mean maximal diameter of the soft-tissue lesion was 42.3 mm (17 to 135). The relatively high rate of soft-tissue lesions observed with small head MoM THR remains a concern.
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- K T Hwang
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hanyang University, 222 Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul 133-791, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hanyang University, 153 Gyungchoon-ro, Guri-si, Gyunggi-do 471-701, Korea
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Hanyang University, 222 Wangsimni-ro, Seongdong-gu, Seoul 133-791, Korea
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- Department of Radiology, Hanyang University, 153 Gyungchoon-ro, Guri-si, Gyunggi-do 471-701, Korea
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BACKGROUND A relatively high percentage of monoblock metal-on-metal total hip arthroplasties (THAs) undergo early revision. Revision of these THAs poses challenges unique to this implant type. The early complications after these revisions remain unreported as do the clinical and demographic factors associated with these complications. QUESTIONS/PURPOSES We describe (1) the frequency of early complications after revision of monoblock metal-on-metal THA; and (2) the clinical and demographic factors associated with complications. METHODS A review of our institution's total joint registry identified 107 patients who underwent 114 revisions of monoblock metal-on-metal THAs. Mean patient age at revision was 60 years (range, 17-84 years), and 65% of the patients were women. Mean followup after revision was 14 months (range, 0-122 months). Revision diagnoses included metallosis (51%), aseptic loosening (27%), infection (7%), pain (6%), malposition (4%), instability (3%), iliopsoas impingement (2%), and periprosthetic fracture (1%). Major complications (instability, infection, aseptic loosening, and wound complications) were documented and included in the analysis. Minor postoperative complications such as urinary tract infection were excluded. RESULTS Twenty-three of 114 procedures (20%) involved at least one early complication after revision of monoblock metal-on-metal THA with 18 (16%) undergoing at least one additional subsequent surgery. The most common complications included aseptic loosening (6%), deep infection (6%), dislocation (4%), and acetabular fracture (3%). Patients who sustained a complication after revision surgery were older on average than those who did not (66 years versus 58 years, p=0.003). There were no differences in complication rate with respect to sex, time to revision, or revision diagnosis. CONCLUSIONS Complications and reoperations occur frequently after revision for failed monoblock metal-on-metal THA (20% and 16%, respectively), and older patients appear to be at greater risk for complications after these revisions. Aseptic loosening, deep infection, and instability are all of great concern after revision and surgeons should be aware of these potential complications when undertaking revision of these THAs. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE Level IV, therapeutic study. See Instructions for Authors for a complete description of levels of evidence.
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Månsson S, Müller GM, Wellman F, Nittka M, Lundin B. Phantom based qualitative and quantitative evaluation of artifacts in MR images of metallic hip prostheses. Phys Med 2014; 31:173-8. [PMID: 25555906 DOI: 10.1016/j.ejmp.2014.12.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2014] [Revised: 12/05/2014] [Accepted: 12/08/2014] [Indexed: 11/25/2022] Open
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PURPOSE To develop methods for qualitative and quantitative evaluation of MRI artifacts near metallic prostheses, and to compare the efficiency of different artifact suppression techniques with different types of hip prostheses. METHODS Three hip prostheses of cobalt-chromium, stainless steel, and titanium were embedded in agarose gel together with a rectilinear grid. Coronal MR images of the prostheses were acquired on a 1.5T scanner. Three pulse sequences were evaluated; TSE: a high-bandwidth turbo spin echo; VAT: TSE with view angle tilting, SEMAC: TSE with both VAT and slice distortion correction (6, 10 or 16 z-phase-encoding steps). Through-plane distortions were assessed as the length of visible gridlines, in-plane artifacts as the artifact area, and total artifacts by subtraction of an ideal, undistorted image from the actual image. RESULTS VAT reduced in-plane artifacts by up to 50% compared to TSE, but did not reduce through-plane artifacts. SEMAC reduced through-plane artifacts by 60-80% compared to TSE and VAT. SEMAC in-plane artifacts were from 20% higher (6 encoding steps) to 50% lower (16 steps) than VAT. Total artifacts were reduced by 60-80% in the best sequence (SEMAC, 16 steps) compared to the worst (TSE). The titanium prosthesis produced 3-4 times lower artifact scores than the other prostheses. CONCLUSIONS A rectilinear grid phantom is useful for qualitative and quantitative evaluation of artifacts provoked by different MRI protocols and prosthesis models. VAT and SEMAC were superior to TSE with high bandwidth. A proper number of z-encoding steps in SEMAC was critical. The titanium prosthesis caused least artifacts.
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- Sven Månsson
- Medical Radiation Physics, Dept. of Clinical Sciences Malmö, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital Malmö, Sweden.
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- Radiology, Dept. of Clinical Sciences Malmö, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital Malmö, Sweden
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- Medical Radiation Physics, Dept. of Clinical Sciences Malmö, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital Malmö, Sweden
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- Siemens AG, Healthcare Sector, Imaging & Therapy Division, Erlangen, Germany
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- Diagnostic Radiology, Dept. of Clinical Sciences Lund, Lund University, Skåne University Hospital Lund, Sweden
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Cemented metal-on-metal total hip replacement with 28-mm head: prospective, long-term, clinical, radiological and metal ions data. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY AND TRAUMATOLOGY 2014; 25:749-55. [DOI: 10.1007/s00590-014-1578-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/07/2014] [Accepted: 12/08/2014] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Furnes O, Paxton E, Cafri G, Graves S, Bordini B, Comfort T, Rivas MC, Banerjee S, Sedrakyan A. Distributed analysis of hip implants using six national and regional registries: comparing metal-on-metal with metal-on-highly cross-linked polyethylene bearings in cementless total hip arthroplasty in young patients. J Bone Joint Surg Am 2014; 96 Suppl 1:25-33. [PMID: 25520416 PMCID: PMC4271426 DOI: 10.2106/jbjs.n.00459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 25] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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BACKGROUND The regulation of medical devices has attracted controversy recently because of problems related to metal-on-metal hip implants. There is growing evidence that metal-on-metal implants fail early and cause local and systemic complications. However, the failure associated with metal-on-metal head size is not consistently documented and needs to be communicated to patients and surgeons. The purpose of this study is to compare implant survival of metal on metal with that of metal on highly cross-linked polyethylene. METHODS Using a distributed health data network, primary total hip arthroplasties were identified from six national and regional total joint arthroplasty registries (2001 to 2010). Inclusion criteria were patient age of forty-five to sixty-four years, cementless total hip arthroplasties, primary osteoarthritis diagnosis, and exclusion of the well-known outlier implant ASR (articular surface replacement). The primary outcome was revision for any reason. A meta-analysis of survival probabilities was performed with use of a fixed-effects model. Metal-on-metal implants with a large head size of >36 mm were compared with metal-on-highly cross-linked polyethylene implants. RESULTS Metal-on-metal implants with a large head size of >36 mm were used in 5172 hips and metal-on-highly cross-linked polyethylene implants were used in 14,372 hips. Metal-on-metal total hip replacements with a large head size of >36 mm had an increased risk of revision compared with metal-on-highly cross-linked polyethylene total hip replacements with more than two years of follow-up, with no difference during the first two years after implantation. The results of the hazard ratios (and 95% confidence intervals) from the multivariable model at various durations of follow-up were 0.95 (0.74 to 1.23) at zero to two years (p = 0.698), 1.42 (1.16 to 1.75) at more than two years to four years (p = 0.001), 1.78 (1.45 to 2.19) at more than four years to six years (p < 0.001), and 2.15 (1.63 to 2.83) at more than six years to seven years (p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS We conducted a comparison of large-head-size, metal-on-metal implants and metal-on-highly cross-linked polyethylene implants in younger patients with uncemented fixation. We found consistent and strong evidence worldwide that large-head-size, metal-on-metal implants were associated with increased risk of revision after two years compared with metal-on-highly cross-linked polyethylene implants, with the effect becoming more pronounced over time.
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- Ove Furnes
- The Norwegian Arthroplasty Register, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Haukeland University Hospital, Mollendalsbakken 11, N-5021 Bergen, Norway
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- Surgical Outcomes & Analysis Department, Kaiser Permanente, 8954 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 406, San Diego, CA 92108
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- Surgical Outcomes & Analysis Department, Kaiser Permanente, 8954 Rio San Diego Drive, Suite 406, San Diego, CA 92108
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- Australia Orthopaedic Association National Joint Replacement Registry, Discipline of Public Health, MDP DX 650 511, University of Adelaide, Adelaide, SA 5005, Australia
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- Register of the Orthopaedic Prosthetic Implants (R.I.P.O. [Registro dell’implantologia Protesica Ortopedica]), c/o Medical Technology Laboratory, Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli, Via di Barbiano 1/10, 40136 Bologna, Italy
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- HealthEast Joint Registry, 1690 University Avenue West, Data Science, Suite 400, Minneapolis, MN 55104
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- Consorci Sanitari del Maresme, Hospital de Mataro, Carretera de Cirera s/n, 08304 Mataro (Barcelona), Catalonia, Spain
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- Weill Cornell Medical College, 402 East 67th Street, New York, NY 10065
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- Weill Cornell Medical College, 402 East 67th Street, New York, NY 10065
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Haddad FS. One step at a time. Bone Joint J 2014; 96-B:1573-4. [PMID: 25452356 DOI: 10.1302/0301-620x.96b12.35411] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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Clarke IC, Lazennec JY, Brusson A, Savisaar C, Bowsher JG, Burgett M, Donaldson TK. Risk of impingement and third-body abrasion with 28-mm metal-on-metal bearings. Clin Orthop Relat Res 2014; 472:497-508. [PMID: 24297107 PMCID: PMC3890183 DOI: 10.1007/s11999-013-3399-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 12] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/31/2023]
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BACKGROUND Concerns have been raised about the sequelae of metal-on-metal (MoM) bearings in total hip arthroplasty (THA). However, retrieval studies, which offer the best insight into the clinically relevant mechanisms of MoM wear, have followed predictable trends to date such as indicting cobalt-chromium (CoCr) metallurgy, cup design, high conformity between the head and cup, "steep cups," "microseparation," and "edge wear." QUESTIONS/PURPOSES We wished to evaluate a set of retrieved 28-mm MoM THA for signs of (1) cup-to-stem impingement; (2) normal wear pattern and concomitant stripe damage on femoral heads that would signify adverse wear mechanics; and (3) well-defined evidence of third-body scratches on bearings that would indicate large abrasive particles had circulated the joint space. METHODS Ten 28-mm MOM retrievals were selected on the basis that femoral stems were included. Revision surgeries at 3 to 8 years were for pain, osteolysis, and cup loosening. CoCr stems and the MoM bearings were produced by one vendor and Ti6Al4V stems by a second vendor. All but two cases had been fixed with bone cement. We looked for patterns of normal wear and impingement signs on femoral necks and cup rims. We looked for adverse wear defined as stripe damage that was visually apparent on each bearing. Wear patterns were examined microscopically to determine the nature of abrasions and signs of metal transfer. Graphical models recreated femoral neck and cup designs to precisely correlate impingement sites on femoral necks to cup positions and head stripe patterns. RESULTS The evidence revealed that all CoCr cup liners had impinged on either anterior or posterior facets of femoral necks. Liner impingement at the most proximal neck notch occurred with the head well located and impingement at the distal notch occurred with the head rotated 5 mm out of the cup. The hip gained 20° motion by such a subluxation maneuver with this THA design. All heads had stripe wear, the basal and polar stripes coinciding with cup impingement sites. Analysis of stripe damage revealed 40 to 100-μm wide scratches created by large particles ploughing across bearing surfaces. The association of stripe wear with evidence of neck notching implicated impingement as the root cause, the outcome being the aggressive third-body wear. CONCLUSIONS We found consistent evidence of impingement, abnormal stripe damage, and evidence of third-body abrasive wear in a small sample of one type of 28-mm MoM design. Impingement models demonstrated that 28-mm heads could lever 20° out of the liners. Although other studies continue to show good success with 28-mm MoM bearings, their use has been discontinued at La Pitie Hospital.
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- Ian C. Clarke
- Department of Orthopaedics, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, CA USA ,DARF Center, 900E Washington Street #200, Colton, CA 92324 USA
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- Department of Orthopaedics, La Pitie Hospital, UPMC University, Paris, France
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- Department of Orthopaedics, La Pitie Hospital, UPMC University, Paris, France
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Sugano N, Iida H, Akiyama H, Takatori Y, Nagoya S, Hasegawa M, Kabata T, Hachiya Y, Yasunaga Y. Nationwide investigation into adverse tissue reactions to metal debris after metal-on-metal total hip arthroplasty in Japan. J Orthop Sci 2014; 19:85-9. [PMID: 24338047 DOI: 10.1007/s00776-013-0490-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 13] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/22/2013] [Accepted: 10/12/2013] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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BACKGROUND Adverse reactions to metal debris (ARMD) after receiving metal-on-metal (MoM) hip implants is a recent concern. However, no epidemiologic study has examined ARMD for MoM hip implants in Japan. The purposes of this study were to research the incidence of ARMD and to identify poorly performing MoM hip implants in Japan. METHODS From 2000 to 2011, 7 companies provided 23,226 MoM implants in Japan. A questionnaire regarding ARMD was sent to 101 hospitals at which 62% of the 23,226 MoM implants had been used. RESULTS Replies to the questionnaire were received from 82 hospitals. In these hospitals, surface hip replacement types (SRs) were used in 606 hips and stemmed types were used in 12,961 hips. ARMD were reported in 3 hips (0.5%) with SRs and 160 hips (1.2%) with stemmed types. ARMD in the 3 hips with SRs were asymptomatic and no revisions were performed. Among AMRD with stemmed implants, revision was performed in 83 hips and excision of an ARMD lesion was performed in 3 hips. The remaining 74 hips were asymptomatic and careful follow-up was continued. A significant difference in reoperation rate was evident between SRs (0%) and stemmed types (0.7%). Incidences of ARMD were significantly higher with Ultamet (P = 0.005), Conserve (P < 0.001), and Cormet (P < 0.001) MoM bearing couples than with Metasul bearings. CONCLUSIONS The incidence of ARMD in large surgical volume hospitals in Japan from 2000 to 2011 was estimated to be 0.5% with SRs and 1.2% with stemmed types. The reoperation rate was significantly higher with stemmed types than with SRs. Three brands of MoM stemmed implants were identified as showing a higher incidence of ARMD.
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- Nobuhiko Sugano
- Department of Orthopaedic Medical Engineering, Osaka University Graduate School of Medicine, Yamadaoka 2-2 Suita, Osaka, 565-0871, Japan,
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