Self-Reported Neurotoxic Symptoms in Hip Arthroplasty Patients With Highly Elevated Blood Cobalt: A Case-Control Study

This study aimed to investigate the prevalence of self-reported neurotoxicity and cognitive defects in hip replacement patients with markedly raised blood cobalt. Methods Case group comprised 53 patients with metal-on-metal (MoM) implants and a history of blood Co ≥20 μg/L for a median of 3 years (interquartile range, 2–5 years). The control group comprised 53 patients with ceramic-on-ceramic prostheses and blood Co
Source: Journal of Patient Safety - Category: Health Management Tags: Original Studies Source Type: research