Impaction grafting: preliminary report of a new method for exchange femoral arthroplasty.

Elting, J J; Zicat, B A; Mikhail, W E; Hubbell, J C; House, B S · Orthopedics · 1995

case_series · Level IV

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Abstract

ABSTRACTGie et al described a method for femoral component revision using compressed morselized cancellous allograft and a cemented collarless polished taper stem. We have reviewed our first 37 exchanges performed in this manner. Results after 2 to 5 years have reflected few complications, a majority of satisfactory results, evidence of graft incorporation, and no mechanical loosening. Further study is necessary; however, these preliminary findings give rise to cautious optimism.

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