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Long-term comparison of ceramic-on-ceramic and ceramic-on-polyethylene THA in young patients
July 2018
Long-term comparison of ceramic-on-ceramic and ceramic-on-polyethylene THA in young patients
Study Type:Randomized Trial
OE Level Evidence:N/A
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
The Ideal Total Hip Replacement Bearing Surface in the Young Patient: A Prospective Randomized Trial Comparing Alumina Ceramic-On-Ceramic With Ceramic-On-Conventional Polyethylene: 15-Year Follow-Up
J Arthroplasty. 2018 Jun;33(6):1752-1756Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
57 young patients (18-60 years of age) scheduled for elective, primary total hip arthroplasty were included in this study to compare long-term wear, revision, and functional outcomes between ceramic-on-ceramic and ceramic-on-conventional polyethylene bearing surfaces. This study presented the result at a minimum 15-year follow-up. Total wear, linear wear rate, and the incidence of femoral osteolys...
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