Failure of the modular neck in a total hip arthroplasty.
case_report · Level V
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- Also identified by DOI 10.1016/j.arth.2009.07.015.
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Abstract
Modular femoral necks in total hip arthroplasty are promoted as giving the surgeon more options during surgery and as being safe. We report a case of fatigue fracture in the modular neck of a femoral implant 3 1/2 years after implantation. The probable design errors leading to product failure are discussed.
Medical subject headings
- Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip
- Femur Neck
- Hip Prosthesis
- Prosthesis Failure
Anatomy
- femur
- hip