Short-stem total hip arthroplasty is equivalent to a standard-length stem procedure in an unselected population at mid-term follow-up

ConclusionShort-stem implants provide good survival rate at mid-term; nevertheless, a steep learning curve is necessary to optimize the metaphyseal filling of the implant, especially for osteoporotic bone.
Source: International Orthopaedics - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research