Ultrasound-based decision making following metal-on-metal hip arthroplasty
ConclusionsThis study confirms the reliability of ultrasound evaluation in detecting clinically significant peri-prosthetic joint effusions: a new diagnostic algorithm for MoM THA revision is here presented. Longer follow up studies are mandatory to better understand the potential advantages of this diagnostic protocol.
Source: Journal of Clinical Orthopaedics and Trauma - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research