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Marqués López F, Pares Alfonso I, Donaire Hoyas D, Ruiz Morales G, Tey Pons M, Lizano Díez X, León García A. Total Hip Replacement with a Fully Hydroxyapatite-Coated Shortened Stem: Five- to Thirteen-Year Follow-Up Results. J Clin Med 2024; 13:2657. [PMID: 38731186 PMCID: PMC11084338 DOI: 10.3390/jcm13092657] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/15/2024] [Revised: 04/26/2024] [Accepted: 04/28/2024] [Indexed: 05/13/2024] Open
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Background: Shortened femoral stems aim to mimic the biomechanical performance of traditional stems while preserving more bone and minimizing soft tissue damage. Our objective is to assess the outcomes of patients treated with a shortened stem (Furlong Evolution, JRI Orthopaedics, Sheffield, UK) to analyze the implant's efficacy and survivorship. Methods: This retrospective observational study included all patients aged 18 to 70 undergoing uncemented shortened stem total hip replacement at Hospital del Mar between 2010 and 2018. Hip function and pain were assessed with the Merle d'Aubigné-Postel scale and visual analog scale, respectively. A radiographic analysis measured stem and cup orientation, leg length discrepancy, stem subsidence, and radiolucencies around the cup. Perioperative complications, prosthetic failures, and reoperations were documented. Results: A total of 109 patients (74 male, 35 female) of a mean age of 51.8 ± 8.8 years were included. The average follow-up was 91 ± 17.4 months. Radiographically, 71 (65.1%) of the stems had been inserted at the appropriate angulation (±3°), and 102 (93.6%) of the cups had been placed in the Lewinnek safety zone. Leg length discrepancy was observed in 19 (17.4%) cases. The mean Merle d'Aubigné-Postel score improved from 13.1 ± 1.39 preoperatively to 17.8 ± 0.49 at 6 months postoperatively (p < 0.001). Merle d'Aubigné-Postel subscales also reflected a statistically significant improvement (p < 0.001). The mean pain score 12 months postoperatively was 0.52 ± 1.22, with 95.4% of patients declaring themselves satisfied or highly satisfied. The expected 13-year survival according to a Kaplan-Meier analysis was 100% in the absence of infection and 91.3% if revision for any cause is taken as a survival endpoint. Conclusions: The shortened stem under analysis provides excellent functional results and long-term survival rates.
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- Fernando Marqués López
- Parc de Salut Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (I.P.A.); (G.R.M.); (M.T.P.); (X.L.D.); (A.L.G.)
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- Parc de Salut Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (I.P.A.); (G.R.M.); (M.T.P.); (X.L.D.); (A.L.G.)
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- Parc de Salut Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (I.P.A.); (G.R.M.); (M.T.P.); (X.L.D.); (A.L.G.)
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- Parc de Salut Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (I.P.A.); (G.R.M.); (M.T.P.); (X.L.D.); (A.L.G.)
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- Parc de Salut Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (I.P.A.); (G.R.M.); (M.T.P.); (X.L.D.); (A.L.G.)
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- Parc de Salut Mar, 08003 Barcelona, Spain; (I.P.A.); (G.R.M.); (M.T.P.); (X.L.D.); (A.L.G.)
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Hrubina M, Necas L, Melisik M, Cibula Z, Lisy P, Cabala J, Holjencik J, Cabala J. Mid-term results of total hip arthroplasty with anatomical ultra-short cementless stem in patients with developmental dysplasia of the hip Crowe type II. EUROPEAN JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDIC SURGERY & TRAUMATOLOGY : ORTHOPEDIE TRAUMATOLOGIE 2024; 34:1619-1625. [PMID: 38365999 PMCID: PMC10980624 DOI: 10.1007/s00590-024-03844-7] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2023] [Accepted: 01/18/2024] [Indexed: 02/18/2024]
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The aim of this study was to present the mid-term results of ultra-short cementless stem total hip arthroplasty (THA) in patients with Crowe type II developmental dysplasia of the hip. The study consists of 68 patients (75 THAs) with a Proxima stem implanted between 2006 and 2015. The clinical results include Harris Hip Scores. Radiological follow-up reports on stem migration, bony trabecular development and radiolucent lines. Kaplan-Meier survival analysis was performed. The mean age of patients was 48.4 years, with a mean follow-up 114 months. The average Harris Hip Score improved significantly from 45.1 preoperatively to 97.6 at the final evaluation (p < 0.001). Stem migration was observed in five hips (in all of them up to the 6th postoperative month, without any further progression of migration or radiological loosening). Bony trabecular development was detected in modified Gruen zones (1, 2, 4, 6, 7 for Proxima stem): in zone 1 (0%), 2 (49.3.0%), 4 (38.7%), 6 (82.7%), 7 (0%). Radiolucent lines were observed around one cup (DeLee and Charnley zone I) and three stems (none was loose, all three with fibrous stable fixation). Complications were found in three hips (4.0%): intraoperative periprosthetic femoral fracture (threated with cerclage wire) in two hips and squeezing hip in one patient (with perioperative ceramic inlay breakage and exchange). No hip was revised. The implant survival was 100.0% both clinically and radiologically. Observations in the mean follow-up of 114 months show that the results (clinical and radiological) of the Proxima stem in patients with Crowe type II DDH are promising.
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- Maros Hrubina
- Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Comenius University in Bratislava, Martin, Slovak Republic
- University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Martin, Kollarova 2, Martin, 036 59, Slovak Republic
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- University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Martin, Kollarova 2, Martin, 036 59, Slovak Republic
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- Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Comenius University in Bratislava, Martin, Slovak Republic
- University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Martin, Kollarova 2, Martin, 036 59, Slovak Republic
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- Jessenius Faculty of Medicine in Martin, Comenius University in Bratislava, Martin, Slovak Republic.
- University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Martin, Kollarova 2, Martin, 036 59, Slovak Republic.
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- University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Martin, Kollarova 2, Martin, 036 59, Slovak Republic
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- University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Martin, Kollarova 2, Martin, 036 59, Slovak Republic
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- University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Martin, Kollarova 2, Martin, 036 59, Slovak Republic
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- University Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, University Hospital Martin, Kollarova 2, Martin, 036 59, Slovak Republic
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Yabusaki Y, Asai K, Hisakado H, Takano N. Effect of short stem alignment on initial fixation, stress transfer, and failure risk. Technol Health Care 2024; 32:117-130. [PMID: 37302047 DOI: 10.3233/thc-220591] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/12/2023]
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BACKGROUND Short stems are advantageous for revision as they preserve autogenous bone. At present, the method of short-stem installation is determined based on the surgeon's experience. OBJECTIVE To provide the guideline for installing a short stem, we aimed to investigate the alignment effect on the initial fixation of the stem, stress transfer, and the risk of failure numerically. METHODS Models in which the caput-collum-diaphyseal (CCD) angle and flexion angle were hypothetically changed based on the two clinical cases of hip osteoarthritis were analyzed using the non-linear finite element method. RESULTS The medial settlement of the stem increased in the varus model and decreased in the valgus model. With varus alignment, the stresses acting on the femur were high in the distal to the femoral neck. In contrast, the stresses in the proximal to the femoral neck tend to be higher with valgus alignment, although the difference in the femur stress between varus and valgus alignment was slight. CONCLUSION Both initial fixation and stress transmission are lower when the device was placed in the valgus model than in the actual surgical case. In order to obtain initial fixation and suppress stress shielding, it is essential to extend the contact area between the medial portion of the stem and the femur along the bone axis, and to ensure adequate contact between the lateral portion of the stem tip and the femur.
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- Yumie Yabusaki
- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kanazawa Institute of Technology, Hakusan, Japan
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- Department of Mechanical Engineering, Kanazawa Institute of Technology, Hakusan, Japan
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- Integrated Technology Research Center of Medical Science and Engineering, Kanazawa Institute of Technology, Hakusan, Japan
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Soliman MM, Islam MT, Chowdhury MEH, Alqahtani A, Musharavati F, Alam T, Alshammari AS, Misran N, Soliman MS, Mahmud S, Khandakar A. Advancement in total hip implant: a comprehensive review of mechanics and performance parameters across diverse novelties. J Mater Chem B 2023; 11:10507-10537. [PMID: 37873807 DOI: 10.1039/d3tb01469j] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/25/2023]
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The UK's National Joint Registry (NJR) and the American Joint Replacement Registry (AJRR) of 2022 revealed that total hip replacement (THR) is the most common orthopaedic joint procedure. The NJR also noted that 10-20% of hip implants require revision within 1 to 10 years. Most of these revisions are a result of aseptic loosening, dislocation, implant wear, implant fracture, and joint incompatibility, which are all caused by implant geometry disparity. The primary purpose of this review article is to analyze and evaluate the mechanics and performance factors of advancement in hip implants with novel geometries. The existing hip implants can be categorized based on two parts: the hip stem and the joint of the implant. Insufficient stress distribution from implants to the femur can cause stress shielding, bone loss, excessive micromotion, and ultimately, implant aseptic loosening due to inflammation. Researchers are designing hip implants with a porous lattice and functionally graded material (FGM) stems, femur resurfacing, short-stem, and collared stems, all aimed at achieving uniform stress distribution and promoting adequate bone remodeling. Designing hip implants with a porous lattice FGM structure requires maintaining stiffness, strength, isotropy, and bone development potential. Mechanical stability is still an issue with hip implants, femur resurfacing, collared stems, and short stems. Hip implants are being developed with a variety of joint geometries to decrease wear, improve an angular range of motion, and strengthen mechanical stability at the joint interface. Dual mobility and reverse femoral head-liner hip implants reduce the hip joint's dislocation limits. In addition, researchers reveal that femoral headliner joints with unidirectional motion have a lower wear rate than traditional ball-and-socket joints. Based on research findings and gaps, a hypothesis is formulated by the authors proposing a hip implant with a collared stem and porous lattice FGM structure to address stress shielding and micromotion issues. A hypothesis is also formulated by the authors suggesting that the utilization of a spiral or gear-shaped thread with a matched contact point at the tapered joint of a hip implant could be a viable option for reducing wear and enhancing stability. The literature analysis underscores substantial research opportunities in developing a hip implant joint that addresses both dislocation and increased wear rates. Finally, this review explores potential solutions to existing obstacles in developing a better hip implant system.
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- Md Mohiuddin Soliman
- Department of Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering, Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi 43600, Malaysia.
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- Centre for Advanced Electronic and Communication Engineering, Department of Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering, Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi 43600, Malaysia.
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, Qatar University, Doha 2713, Qatar.
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- Department of Medical Equipment Technology, College of Applied, Medical Science, Majmaah University, Majmaah City 11952, Saudi Arabia
- Department of Biomedical Technology, College of Applied Medical Sciences in Al-Kharj, Prince Sattam Bin Abdulaziz University, Al-Kharj 11942, Saudi Arabia.
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- Department of Mechanical & Industrial Engineering, Qatar University, Doha 2713, Qatar.
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- Pusat Sains Ankasa (ANGKASA), Institut Perubahan Iklim, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi 43600, Selangor, Malaysia.
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, University Hail, Hail 81481, Saudi Arabia.
- Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, Taif University, P.O. Box 11099, Taif 21944, Saudi Arabia.
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- Centre for Advanced Electronic and Communication Engineering, Department of Electrical, Electronic and Systems Engineering, Faculty of Engineering & Built Environment, Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM), Bangi 43600, Malaysia.
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, Taif University, P.O. Box 11099, Taif 21944, Saudi Arabia.
- Department of Electrical Engineering, Faculty of Energy Engineering, Aswan University, Aswan, 81528, Egypt
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, Qatar University, Doha 2713, Qatar.
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- Department of Electrical Engineering, College of Engineering, Qatar University, Doha 2713, Qatar.
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Christodoulou N, Volonakis E, Voutsas K, Raptis K, Koutserimpas C. Early Clinical and Radiographic Outcomes of Total Hip Arthroplasty with DELTA ST-C Cup and MINIMA S Stem. MEDICINA (KAUNAS, LITHUANIA) 2023; 59:medicina59030607. [PMID: 36984608 PMCID: PMC10058963 DOI: 10.3390/medicina59030607] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/09/2023] [Revised: 03/08/2023] [Accepted: 03/17/2023] [Indexed: 03/30/2023]
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Background and Objectives: The uncemented threaded DELTA ST-C cup was introduced in last few years. It has a hemispheric shell, consisting of Ti6Al4V titanium alloy. The MINIMA S stem was developed according to the principles of proximal-loading and extended metaphyseal geometry applied to a short stem. The purpose of the study was to assess the clinical and radiographic outcomes and the short- and mid-term survivorship of the DELTA ST-C cup and MINIMA S stem in patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty (THA). The present is the first study to report outcomes and implant survivorship of the DELTA ST-C cup coupled with the MINIMA S femoral stem. Materials and Methods: The present study is a retrospective observational cohort study of a prospectively maintained database, evaluating clinical outcomes and implant survivorship in 95 patients undergoing THA with the MINIMA stem coupled with the DELTA ST-C cup with at least a 3-year follow-up. The clinical evaluation was assessed with a change in the Harris hip score (HHS), while the radiographic evaluation included anteroposterior views of the pelvis and lateral views of the affected hip. Results: The enrolled population's mean age was 69.3 years and most patients were female (64%). The MINIMA S standard stem was implanted in 68 patients (72%), the lateralized stem was implanted in 27 (28%), and the mean acetabular inclination was 48.2°. The HHS improved significantly from the preoperative value (median 46, IQR: 38-55), already at 1 month after surgery (median 76, IQR: 66-77), reaching excellent results at 1 year and 3 years postoperatively (median 96, IQR: 91-100). X-rays demonstrated good implant stability and biomechanics parameter restorations revealed no sign of subsidence, and the presence of radiolucent lines greater than 2 mm in the short stem area in five cases and in the acetabulum in one were not clinically significant. No revisions have been performed so far. Conclusions: The MINIMA S stem coupled with the DELTA ST-C cup demonstrated very good clinical and radiological results with a significant increase of the Harris hip score at short- and mid-term follow-up. This is the first study evaluating the DELTA ST-C cup, showing promising outcomes during the study's follow-up. The MINIMA S stem has been evaluated in a very few studies. However, the combination with this particular cup had not yet been studied. The design of the stem and the cup ensures primary stability and excellent early term outcomes, moreover the study demonstrates extraordinary implant survivorship, equal to 100%.
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- Department of Orthopedics, Athens Medical Group, Psychicko, 11525 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Orthopedics, Athens Medical Group, Psychicko, 11525 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, "251" Hellenic Air Force General Hospital of Athens, Kanellopoulou Av, 11525 Athens, Greece
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- Department of Orthopedics and Traumatology, "251" Hellenic Air Force General Hospital of Athens, Kanellopoulou Av, 11525 Athens, Greece
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Rivera F, Comba LC, Bardelli A. Direct anterior approach hip arthroplasty: How to reduce complications - A 10-years single center experience and literature review. World J Orthop 2022; 13:388-399. [PMID: 35582154 PMCID: PMC9048494 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v13.i4.388] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/26/2021] [Revised: 10/31/2021] [Accepted: 03/27/2022] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
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BACKGROUND The direct anterior approach for total hip arthroplasty (DAA-THA) is increasing in popularity due to some advantages such as less surgical trauma, minimal dissection of soft tissues, shorter rehabilitation times, faster return to daily activities, lower incidence of dislocation. On the other hand, the literature reports a high rate of intraoperative complications, with many different rates and complication types in the published papers.
AIM To analyze our complications comparing results with the literature; to report measures that we have taken to reduce complications rate.
METHODS All DAA-THA patients with one year minimum follow up who were operated at a single high-volume centre, between January 2010 and December 2019 were included in this retrospective study. All surgeries were performed using cementless short anatomical or straight stems and press fit cups. Patients’ follow-up was performed, at 6 wk, 3 mo, then annually post-surgery with clinical and radiological evaluation. Primary outcomes were stem revision for aseptic loosening and all-cause stem revision. Second outcome was intra-operative and post-operative complications identification.
RESULTS A total of 394 patients underwent DDA-THA from January 2010 and December 2019, for a total of 412 hips; twelve patients lost to follow-up and one patient who died from causes not related to surgery were excluded from the study. The average age at the time of surgery was 61 years (range from 28 to 78 years). Mean follow-up time was 64.8 mo (range 12-120 mo). Seven stems were revised. One cortical perforation, one trochanteric and lateral cortical wall intraoperative fracture, one diaphyseal fracture, three clinically symptomatic early subsidence and one late aseptic loosening. We also observed 3 periprosthetic fractures B1 according to the Vancouver Classification. Other minor complications not requiring stem revision were 5 un-displaced fractures of the calcar region treated with preventive cerclage, one early infection, one case of late posterior dislocation, 18 case of asymptomatic stem subsidence, 6 cases of lateral cutaneous femoral nerve dysesthesia.
CONCLUSION DAA is associated to good outcomes and lower incidence of dislocation. Complication rate can be reduced by mindful patient selection, thorough preoperative planning, sufficient learning curve and use of intraoperative imaging.
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- Fabrizio Rivera
- Department of Orthopedic Trauma, SS Annunziata Hospital, Savigliano 12038, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedic Trauma, Università degli Studi di Torino, Torino 10124, Italy
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- Department of Orthopedic Trauma, SS Annunziata Hospital, Savigliano 12038, Italy
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Morales De Cano JJ, Molina RC, Puertolas ET. Medium-term outcomes of short stems in total hip arthroplasty. JOURNAL OF ORTHOPAEDICS, TRAUMA AND REHABILITATION 2022. [DOI: 10.1177/22104917221092165] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Background Prosthetic surgery has shown good short-term results with the use of short stems, results comparable with the experience of conventional stems. The aim of this study was to investigate and describe the characteristics and clinical course of patients operated on with the short stem GTS in the medium term. Methods Between November 2010 and September 2014, 152 primary hip prostheses were operated on in 142 patients with a mean follow-up of 95.49 months (range 75–120). We analyzed the intraoperative and postoperative complications and the reviews performed during the follow-up. Results One intraoperative complications occurred; case in which a femoral calcar fracture occurred and a screw was required during the operation. The clinical evaluation at the end of the follow-up, according to the Merle D’Aubigne Scale, showed the mean value was 17.3684 (SD 0,79472), with a survival at the end of the follow-up of 99.3% of the placed GTS stems. Conclusions GTS short stems have shown good results after more than 6 years of follow-up, with comparable results to conventional uncemented stems. Short-stem hip arthroplasty is an advanced way to preserve bone stock while protecting soft tissue
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- Department of Orthopedic Surgery, University Hospital of Vic, Barcelona, Spain
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Tottas S, Ververidis A, Kougioumtzis I, Tilkeridis K, Tsigalou C, Karaglani M, Drosos G. MINIMA Short Stem Versus Standard Profemur (TL) Stem in Primary Total Hip Replacement: A Comparative Study. Cureus 2022; 14:e23771. [PMID: 35509762 PMCID: PMC9062282 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.23771] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 04/02/2022] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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Background: The objective of our study was to compare a novel squared section, tapered design - with four conicity - short stem, the MINIMA® short stem with the cementless Profemur® TL standard femoral stem in primary total hip arthroplasty (THA) in terms of functional outcomes, radiologic evaluation and other peri-operative and post-operative data. Material and methods: This is a comparative study including 46 patients undergoing primary THA. In 23 patients, the MINIMA® short stem was used. These patients were matched with another 23 patients in whom a cementless Profemur® TL standard femoral stem was used. The levels of the pain were evaluated according to the Visual Analog Scale/Numerical Rating Scale (VAS/NRS). The functional and clinical evaluation of the patients was performed with Harris Hip Score (HHS), Charnley’s Hip score, EuroQol (EQ-5D)-(EQ-100), Patient Health Questionnaire (PHQ-9), and neuropathic pain questionnaire (DN-4). The rest of the comparison data included demographic data, the American Society of Anesthesiologists score (ASA), Charlson Index score, the pre-operative diagnosis, radiographic evaluation, the days of hospitalization, the operating time, incision length, blood loss, and blood transfusion requirements and complication rates. Results: The two cohorts had comparable results regarding all patients’ peri-operative data. The radiographic assessment revealed considerable higher levels of femoral offset and femoral subsidence for the MINIMA group, but within acceptable limits for both cohorts. The majority of the functional and other scores did not give strong prominence to one specific femoral stem. Conclusion: Our comparative study underlined the efficacy of the MINIMA® short stem, due to the fact that it revealed comparable and, in some cases, relatively better short-term outcomes compared with the TL standard femoral stem. Yet, more well-designed long-term research is required in order to further establish its effectiveness.
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- Stylianos Tottas
- Orthopeadics, University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis/Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, GRC
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- Orthopeadics, University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis/Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, GRC
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- Orthopeadics, University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis/Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, GRC
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- Orthopeadics, University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis/Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, GRC
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- Medical-Molecular Microbiology, University General Hospital of Alexandroupolis/Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, GRC
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- Laboratory of Pharmacology, Medical School/Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, GRC
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- Orthopeadics, University General Hosital of Alexandroupolis/Democritus University of Thrace, Alexandroupolis, GRC
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Erivan R, Villatte G, Dartus J, Mertl P, Piriou P, Tracol P, Vernizeau M, Mulliez A, Puch JM, Girard J, Descamps S, Boisgard S. French Hip & Knee Society classification of short-stem hip prostheses: Inter- and intra-observer reproducibility. Orthop Traumatol Surg Res 2022; 108:103126. [PMID: 34700060 DOI: 10.1016/j.otsr.2021.103126] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/20/2020] [Revised: 02/19/2021] [Accepted: 02/22/2021] [Indexed: 02/03/2023]
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INTRODUCTION In total hip replacement (THR), a short stem theoretically provides more physiological force transfer to the proximal femur, conserves bone stock and facilitates minimally invasive surgery. On the other hand, such implants involve a learning curve and incur risk of malpositioning or fracture and of secondary mobilization. There are several types of short stem, and classification is needed. Classifications exist, but are based more on implant length than on anchorage zone, and most have not been tested for reproducibility. The French Hip & Knee Society (SFHG) developed a short-stem classification based on anchorage zone inside the femur. The objectives of the present study were: (1) to present the classification, (2) to apply it to the short-stem models available in France and those widely used worldwide, and (3) to assess reproducibility. HYPOTHESIS The SFHG short-stem classification enables reproducible comparison. MATERIAL AND METHOD A short-stem classification according to anchorage zone was drawn up by an expert group. The stems and the classification were presented to 12 surgeons performing THR, who classified the stems according to the classification; a retest was performed 2 months later. RESULTS The classification is based on femoral stem anchorage site, in 5 types: type 1, cephalic; type 2, isolated cervical; type 3, Calcar femorale; type 4, metaphyseal; and type 5, conventional metaphyseal-diaphyseal, with shortened stems. Inter-observer reproducibility was 92.7% [95%CI: 91.7%-93.6%], with kappa 0.785 [95%CI: 0.755-0.814], and Lin test-rest concordance correlation coefficient 0.852 [95%CI: 0.836-0.869]. Intra-observer reproducibility was 94.0% [95%CI: 91.9%-96.1%], with kappa 0.820 [95%CI: 0.759-0.882], and Lin test-retest concordance correlation coefficient 0.820 [95%CI: 0.792-0.849]. DISCUSSION This new classification enables femoral implants to be reproducibly compared according to anchorage zone. LEVEL OF EVIDENCE IV; retrospective study without control group.
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- Roger Erivan
- Hôpital Gabriel Montpied, Université Clermont Auvergne, CHU de Clermont Ferrand, BP 69, 63003 Clermont-Ferrand, France.
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- Hôpital Gabriel Montpied, Université Clermont Auvergne, CHU de Clermont Ferrand, BP 69, 63003 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Service d'orthopédie, Hôpital Roger-Salengro, Centre Hospitalier et Universitaire de Lille, Université de Lille Nord de France, France, place de Verdun, 59000 Lille, France
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- Service d'orthopédie-traumatologie, CHU d'Amiens, Site Sud, 80054 Amiens cedex, France
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- Cité Santé Plus, 1021, avenue Pierre-Mendès-France, 84300 Cavaillon, France
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- Délégation à la Recherche Clinique, Université Clermont Auvergne, CHU Clermont-Ferrand, 63000 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Clinique Saint-Georges, 2, avenue de Rimiez, 06100 Nice, France
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- Service d'orthopédie, Hôpital Roger-Salengro, Centre Hospitalier et Universitaire de Lille, Université de Lille Nord de France, France, place de Verdun, 59000 Lille, France
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- Hôpital Gabriel Montpied, Université Clermont Auvergne, CHU de Clermont Ferrand, BP 69, 63003 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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- Hôpital Gabriel Montpied, Université Clermont Auvergne, CHU de Clermont Ferrand, BP 69, 63003 Clermont-Ferrand, France
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Kutzner KP. Calcar-guided short-stem total hip arthroplasty: Will it be the future standard? Review and perspectives. World J Orthop 2021; 12:534-547. [PMID: 34485100 PMCID: PMC8384612 DOI: 10.5312/wjo.v12.i8.534] [Citation(s) in RCA: 14] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/14/2021] [Revised: 05/10/2021] [Accepted: 07/20/2021] [Indexed: 02/06/2023] Open
Abstract
Short stems in total hip arthroplasty (THA) are becoming increasingly popular. In Germany, already 10.4% of all primary THAs are performed using a cementless short stem. The concept of modern, calcar-guided, short stems aims for an individualized reconstruction of the hip anatomy by following the calcar of the femoral neck, a bone- and soft-tissue-sparing implantation technique, and physiological loading. The stem design uses either metaphyseal fixation alone or additional diaphyseal anchoring, depending on the stem alignment and indication. These individualized anchorage types increase the potential indications for the safe use of a short stem. The design features may account for potential advantages of current short stem implants compared with earlier short-stem designs, particularly in cases of reduced bone quality or osteonecrosis of the femoral head and femoral neck fractures. The implantation technique, however, requires distinct knowledge regarding the characteristics of varus and valgus positioning, with the potential for clinical consequences. A learning curve for surgeons new to this technique must be taken into account. Cortical contact with the distal lateral cortex appears to be crucial to provide sufficient primary stability, and the use of intraoperative imaging to identify “undersizing” is highly recommended. Current results of several national registries indicate that calcar-guided short stems are among the most successful implants in terms of mid-term survivorship. However, long-term data remain scarce. This review introduces the characteristics of calcar-guided short-stem THA and summarizes the current evidence.
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- Karl Philipp Kutzner
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, St Josefs Hospital Wiesbaden, Germany, Wiesbaden 65189, Germany
- Department of Hip Surgery, Gelenkzentrum Rhein-Main, Wiesbaden 65183, Germany
- Center of Orthopedics and Traumatology, Johannes Gutenberg-University of Mainz, Mainz 55131, Germany
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Tatani I, Solou K, Panagopoulos A, Lakoumentas J, Kouzelis A, Megas P. Short-term clinical and radiological results of two different design metaphyseal fitting femoral stems in total hip arthroplasty: a prospective, randomized trial. J Orthop Surg Res 2021; 16:316. [PMID: 34001204 PMCID: PMC8127309 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-021-02465-8] [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: 04/13/2021] [Accepted: 05/06/2021] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
Abstract
Background There is great design variability on short femoral stems available on the market. This study aims to evaluate the short-term clinical and radiological results of two different design short femoral stems, both classified as shortened tapered stems. Methods From March 2016 to March 2018, a prospective, randomized, parallel-group design study was conducted to compare functional and radiological outcomes of 45 patients underwent THA using the Tri-Lock Bone Preservation Stem and 45 patients underwent THA with the Minima S stem at a minimum 2 years of follow-up. Patients were assessed clinically and radiographically prior to surgery as well as at 3, 6, 12, and 24 months postoperatively. Primary outcomes were the change in health-related quality of life assessed with Western Ontario and McMaster Universities Osteoarthritis Index and 36-Item Short Form Health Survey and also the incidence of all hip-related complications. Secondary aims included hip function evaluated with the Harris hip score, rates of patient satisfaction, and the outcomes of a detailed radiological analysis. Results There were no significant differences between the 2 study groups in terms of patient-reported outcomes measurements, satisfaction scores, and complication rates at any of the measurement times. In both groups, stable fixation and radiographic osseointegration were achieved. However, analysis of the calcar region showed that 57.8% and 28.9% of patients had grade 1 or 2 stress shielding, in Tri-Lock and Minima S implantation group, respectively (p=0.015). Regarding coronal alignment, stems were placed in slight varus, valgus, and neutral position in 51.1%, 13.3%, and 35.6% of patients, respectively, in Tri-Lock BPS group. The Minima S stem was implanted at slight varus and valgus in 60% and 40% of patients, respectively, and neither stem in the exact neutral position. Conclusions Both different design short femoral stems demonstrated excellent clinical performance at short-term follow up. Nevertheless, concerns were raised regarding the incidence of stress shielding phenomenon and mild discrepancies in coronal stem alignment during implantation. The clinical impact of these observations should be further evaluated through larger cohorts and longer follow-up. Trial registration ISRCTN registry, ISRCTN10096716. Registered on May 8, 2018—Retrospectively registered
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- I Tatani
- Orthopaedic Department, University Hospital of Patras, Papanikolaou 1, Rio-Patra, 26504, Patras, Greece.
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- Orthopaedic Department, University Hospital of Patras, Papanikolaou 1, Rio-Patra, 26504, Patras, Greece
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- Orthopaedic Department, University Hospital of Patras, Papanikolaou 1, Rio-Patra, 26504, Patras, Greece
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- Laboratory Department of Medical Physics, School of Medicine, University of Patras, Patras, Greece
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- Orthopaedic Department, University Hospital of Patras, Papanikolaou 1, Rio-Patra, 26504, Patras, Greece
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- Orthopaedic Department, University Hospital of Patras, Papanikolaou 1, Rio-Patra, 26504, Patras, Greece
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Munakata Y, Kuramitsu Y, Usui Y, Okazaki K. Comparison of radiographic changes in rectangular curved short stem with thin versus thick porous coating for cementless total hip arthroplasty: a retrospective study with a propensity score matching. J Orthop Surg Res 2021; 16:247. [PMID: 33849591 PMCID: PMC8042942 DOI: 10.1186/s13018-021-02397-3] [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] [Received: 02/12/2021] [Accepted: 04/05/2021] [Indexed: 11/12/2022] Open
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Background Radiographic changes that appear relatively quickly after fixation of cementless stem in total hip arthroplasty (THA) vary depending on the stem design and fixation style. The present study compared radiographic changes between two types of rectangular curved short stems of similar shape. Methods This retrospective study included 118 hips that underwent primary cementless THA with an anterolateral supine approach using a rectangular, curved, short stem performed by the same surgeon between June 2015 and June 2019. Among the examined hips, 39 had a thicker porous coating stem (thicker group) and 66 had a thinner porous coating and reduced tip stem (thinner group) and at least 12-month follow-up. Radiographs taken during the final course observation were assessed. Propensity score matching was performed based on demographic data and comparisons were made using pairs of 25 hips each. Statistical analysis was performed using chi-square test and p values ≤ 0.05 indicated statistical significance. Results The pattern of the radiolucent lines showed a significant difference after matching (p = 0.0044). A “proximal and distal” pattern was most common in the thicker group and a “distal only” pattern was most common in the thinner group. There was notable and significant difference in cortical hypertrophy in the thicker group after matching (p = 0.024). Conclusions Although the two short stems were similar shapes, the short-term radiographic changes were different. The thinner group showed fewer radiographic changes than the thicker group, making it a more “silent” stem.
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- Yutaro Munakata
- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tokyo Women's Medical University, 8-1, Kawada-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 162-8666, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tokyo Women's Medical University, 8-1, Kawada-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 162-8666, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tokyo Women's Medical University, 8-1, Kawada-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 162-8666, Japan
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- Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Tokyo Women's Medical University, 8-1, Kawada-cho, Shinjuku-ku, Tokyo, 162-8666, Japan.
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