Understanding wear in dual mobility total hip replacement: first generation explant wear patterns

ConclusionHeat colour treatment showed its effectiveness for highlighting wear patterns. Optimal convexity mobility seemed to be leading to a longer implantation time, with decreased contact stresses on concavity. The retentive rim should have a distinct wear analysis.

Source: International Orthopaedics - December 6, 2016 Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research