Loose Metasul liner causing partial amputation of the neck of the femoral component.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.arth.2008.01.314.
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Abstract
The use of metal-on-metal bearings in total hip arthroplasty is becoming increasingly popular. Several authors have reported excellent medium- and long-term results after the use of the Metasul metal-on-metal articulation (Sulzer Medica, Winterthur, Switzerland). We report a case of a loose Metasul liner eroding the neck of the femoral component resulting in extensive metallosis and weakening of the prosthesis.
Medical subject headings
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip
- Femur Neck
- Hip Prosthesis
- Prosthesis Failure
Anatomy
- femur
- hip