A New Additive-Manufactured Cementless Highly Porous Titanium Acetabular Cup for Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty—Early Two-Year Follow Up

2021 ◽  
Author(s):  
Mohammad Abdelaal ◽  
Ilan Small ◽  
Camilo Restrepo ◽  
William Hozack
Keyword(s):  
Additive Manufacturing ◽  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Aseptic Loosening ◽  
Acetabular Component ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Porous Titanium ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Highly Porous ◽  
Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty

Introduction: Additive-manufacturing technologies are increasingly being used, not only to create acetabular components with porous coating architecture very similar to the complex trabecular structure of cancellous bone, but also for producing the entire implant in a single step. The aim of this study is to assess two-year clinical and radiological outcomes of a new additive-manufactured cup in primary total hip arthroplasty (THA). Materials and Methods: We reviewed 266 primary THAs (254 patients) performed in our institution between December 2016 and December 2018 using a new highly porous titanium acetabulum shell fabricated via additive manufacturing. Clinical and functional outcomes were measured using SF/VR-12 and HOOS JR to determine patient satisfaction with surgery. Radiographs were assessed to determine the presence of migration, radiolucency, and loosening. Patients records were reviewed to assess cup survivorship in terms of all-cause revisions and revision for aseptic cup loosening. Results: At a minimum of two-year follow up (range: 2–3.45 years), the patient cohort demonstrated significant improvement in postoperative functional scores (hip disability and osteoarthritis outcome score for joint replacement [HOOS JR.] and clinical scores (12-item short-form health survey [SF/VR-12]) (p<0.001). One cup developed progressive radiolucent lines at the prosthesis-bone interface consistent with loosening and was revised. The overall acetabular component two-year survivorship free of all-cause failure was 97.4% (95% confidence interval [CI]: 95.5–99.4%). When aseptic loosening of the acetabular component was used as the failure endpoint, the two-years survivorship rate was 99.6% (95% CI: 98.9–100%). Conclusion: Highly porous titanium cementless acetabular cups produced via additive-manufacturing showed promising early clinical and radiological results in primary THA with low rates of aseptic loosening. Further follow-up studies are needed to assess the long-term survivorship and outcomes of this new acetabular component.

scholarly journals Second-generation uncemented total hip arthroplasty: a minimum 20-year follow-up

2021 ◽  
Vol 2 (1) ◽  
pp. 33-39
Author(s):  
Jeffrey R. McLaughlin ◽  
Kyla R. Lee ◽  
Mary Ann Johnson
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Aseptic Loosening ◽  
Femoral Component ◽  
Acetabular Component ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Second Generation ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Uncemented Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Acetabular Components

Aims We present the clinical and radiological results at a minimum follow-up of 20 years using a second-generation uncemented total hip arthroplasty (THA). These results are compared to our previously published results using a first-generation hip arthroplasty followed for 20 years. Methods A total of 62 uncemented THAs in 60 patients were performed between 1993 and 1994. The titanium femoral component used in all cases was a Taperloc with a reduced distal stem. The acetabular component was a fully porous coated threaded hemispheric titanium shell (T-Tap ST). The outcome of every femoral and acetabular component with regard to retention or revision was determined for all 62 THAs. Complete clinical follow-up at a minimum of 20 years was obtained on every living patient. Radiological follow-up was obtained on all but one. Results Two femoral components (3.2%) required revision. One stem was revised secondary to a periprosthetic fracture one year postoperatively and one was revised for late sepsis. No femoral component was revised for aseptic loosening. Six acetabular components had required revision, five for aseptic loosening. One additional acetabular component was revised for sepsis. Radiologically, all femoral components remained well fixed. One acetabular was judged loose by radiological criteria. The mean Harris Hip Score improved from 46 points (30 to 67) preoperatively to 89 points (78 to 100) at final follow-up. With revision for aseptic loosening as the endpoint, survival of the acetabular component was 95% (95% confidence interval (CI) 90 to 98) at 25 years. Femoral component survival was 100%. Conclusion The most significant finding of this report was the low prevalence of aseptic loosening and revision of the femoral component at a mean follow-up of 22 years. A second important finding was the survival of over 90% of the hemispheric threaded ring acetabular components. While these shells remain controversial, in this series they performed well. Cite this article: Bone Jt Open 2021;2(1):33–39.

scholarly journals LONG-TERM RESULTS OF ENHANCED TAPERED STEM VerSys ET USE IN PRIMARY TOTAL HIP ARTHROPLASTY

2010 ◽  
Vol 16 (3) ◽  
pp. 7-15
Author(s):  
R. M. Tikhilov ◽  
V. M. Shapovalov ◽  
I. I. Artyukh ◽  
V. A. Shubnyakov
Keyword(s):  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Aseptic Loosening ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
High Efficiency ◽  
Long Term Results ◽  
Harris Hip Score ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
The Mean ◽  
Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty

The authors reported the outcome at a minimum of five years of 130 consecutive arthroplasties of VerSys ET (Zimmer) in 111 patients. The procedures were performed between 2001 and 2004. In 129 cases (99.2%) Trilogy cup (Zimmer) was used in one case - Muller's acetabular cage (Mathys). The mean age of patients was 49.5 (SD 11.5) (23 to 73), male 76 (58.5%), female - 54 (41.5%), overweight patients 109 (83.8%). Majority of patients had activity in Charnley class A. The most frequent was femur Dorr type A (27,0%) and Dorr type В (66,1%). The mean follow-up was 76 months (60 to 96). The outcomes assessed in 103 patients (120 hips) (92.3%). Outcomes of ten cases were not determined. The mean Harris Hip score improves from 35.1 (SD 8.3) preoperatively to 94.3 (SD 8.5) post-operatively. Kaplan-Meier analysis with revision of the stem as the end-point demonstrated 97,7% survival in term 60 to 96 months, for aseptic loosening - 99,2%. Subsidence of the implants in 61 (50.8%) patients was fixed at a mean follow-up 18.3 (SD3.7) months after surgery and did not progress further. After surgery stem position was neutral 91(75.8%) patients, varus - 14 (12.1%) and valgus - 14 (12.1%). Complications were observed in 8 (6.7%) cases: among them - periprosthetic fractures 6 (5.0%), stem aseptic loosening - 1 (0.8%), recurrent dislocation - 1 (0.8%). Four patients undergone revision surgery We consider the high efficiency of VerSys ET stem use for primary total hip arthroplasty.

Safety of vitamin E-infused highwall liners for routine use in primary total hip arthroplasty: single centre, short-term follow-up of 1221 cases

2020 ◽  
pp. 112070002096964
Author(s):  
Kirill Gromov ◽  
Nanna H Sillesen ◽  
Thomas Kallemose ◽  
Henrik Husted ◽  
Henrik Malchau ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Patient Safety ◽  
Vitamin E ◽  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Single Centre ◽  
Short Term ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Arthroplasty Registry ◽  
Primary Total Hip Arthroplasty

Background: Introduction of new implants should be monitored closely to capture any signs of compromising patient safety. Vitamin E infused highly-crosslinked polyethylene liners (VEPE) offer the potential for reduced wear. Highwall liners have been hypothesised to result in increased wear and potential liner fractures. The aim of this study was to determine the 3–7-year follow-up of highwall VEPE for primary total hip arthroplasty (THA), focusing on liner-related complications. Methods: We included 1221 consecutive THA operations from July 2010 to May 2014 with minimum follow-up of 3 (3.1–6.8) years Data collected included demographics, implant data, complications, reoperations, and deaths. Data were cross-referenced with the Danish Hip Arthroplasty Registry in order to ensure validity and completeness. Acetabular shell position was measured using Martell Hip Analysis Suite in a subgroup of 931 THAs. Results: Cumulative stem revision and shell revision at 3-year follow-up was 3.4% and 0.4% respectively. There were no revisions due to liner failure. Reason for revision included 11 dislocations, 15 soft-tissue revisions for infection, 44 stem revisions of which 34 were periprosthetic fractures and 13 shell revisions of which 6 were combined shell and stem revisions. Conclusion: Early follow-up of VEPE liners for primary THA have not shown any revisions associated with liner failure. Continued monitoring of new materials are necessary to capture any signs of compromised patient safety.

Radiolucent lines do not affect the longevity of highly cross-linked polyethylene cemented components in total hip arthroplasty

2021 ◽  
Vol 103-B (10) ◽  
pp. 1604-1610
Author(s):  
Yusuke Takaoka ◽  
Koji Goto ◽  
Jiro Tamura ◽  
Yaichiro Okuzu ◽  
Toshiyuki Kawai ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Femoral Head ◽  
Total Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Acetabular Component ◽  
Hip Arthroplasty ◽  
Long Term Outcome ◽  
Total Hip ◽  
Radiolucent Lines ◽  
Kaplan Meier ◽  
Acetabular Components

Aims We aimed to evaluate the long-term outcome of highly cross-linked polyethylene (HXLPE) cemented acetabular components and assess whether any radiolucent lines (RLLs) which arose were progressive. Methods We retrospectively reviewed 170 patients who underwent 187 total hip arthroplasties at two hospitals with a minimum follow-up of ten years. All interventions were performed using the same combination of HXLPE cemented acetabular components with femoral stems made of titanium alloy. Kaplan-Meier survival analysis was performed for the primary endpoint of acetabular component revision surgery for any reason and secondary endpoint of the appearance of RLLs. RLLs that had appeared once were observed over time. We statistically assessed potential relationships between RLLs and a number of factors, including the technique of femoral head autografting and the Japanese Orthopaedic Association score. Results The mean follow-up period was 13.0 years (10.0 to 16.3). Femoral head autografting was performed on 135 hips (72.2%). One acetabular component was retrieved because of deep infection. No revision was performed for the aseptic acetabular loosening. The Kaplan-Meier survival curve for the primary and secondary endpoints were 98.2% (95% confidence interval (CI) 88.6% to 99.8%) and 79.3% (95% CI 72.8% to 84.6%), respectively. RLLs were detected in 38 hips (21.2%), at a mean of 1.7 years (1 month to 6 years) postoperatively. None of the RLLs were progressive, and the presence of RLLs did not show a significant association with the survival and clinical score. RLLs were more frequently observed in hips without femoral head autografts than in those with autografts. Conclusion The use of HXLPE cemented acetabular components in total hip arthroplasty demonstrated excellent clinical outcomes after ten years, and no RLLs were progressive, and their presence did not affect the outcome. Femoral head autografting did not negatively impact the acetabular component survival or the appearance of RLLs. Cite this article: Bone Joint J 2021;103-B(10):1604–1610.

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