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Large Metal Heads in Thin Vitamin E-Doped Cross-Linked Polyethylene Inserts For THA
February 2025
Large Metal Heads in Thin Vitamin E-Doped Cross-Linked Polyethylene Inserts For THA
Study Type:Therapy
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:1
The Use of Large Metal Heads in Thin Vitamin E-Doped Cross-Linked Polyethylene Inserts Does Not Increase Polyethylene Wear in Total Hip Arthroplasty: 5-Year Results From a Randomized Controlled Trial.
J Arthroplasty . 2024 Jul;39(7):1804-1810.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
Ninety-six patients with primary hip osteoarthritis undergoing uncemented THA were randomized to receive either the largest possible metal head (36–44 mm) fitted in the thinnest available VEPE liner (n=48) or a standard 32-mm metal head with a thicker VEPE liner (n=48). The primary outcome was polyethylene wear, assessed as proximal head penetration using radiostereometric analysis (RSA). Secondar...
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