A focused update on preventing ceramic fractures in hip arthroplasty: is the ‘cup’ half full?

Konan, S; Alazzawi, S; Yoon, B-H; Cha, Y-H; Koo, K-H · Bone Joint J · 2019

systematic_review · Level I

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Abstract

Ceramic bearings have several desirable properties, such as resistance to wear, hardness, and biocompatibility, that favour it as an articulating surface in hip arthroplasty. However, ceramic fracture remains a concern. We have reviewed the contemporary literature, addressing the factors that can influence the incidence of ceramic bearing surface fracture. Cite this article: <i>Bone Joint J</i> 2019;101-B:897-901.

Medical subject headings

Anatomy