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Highly cross linked polyethylene liners have better wear properties in hip arthroplasty
March 2013
Highly cross linked polyethylene liners have better wear properties in hip arthroplasty
Study Type:Prognosis
OE Level Evidence:1
Journal Level of Evidence:N/A
The seven-year wear of highly cross-linked polyethylene in total hip arthroplasty: A double-blind, randomized controlled trial using radiostereometric analysis
J Bone Joint Surg Am. 2011 Apr 20;93(8):716-22.Did you know you're eligible to earn 0.5 CME credits for reading this report? Click Here
Synopsis
54 patients with symptomatic hip arthritis undergoing hip replacements, receiving a cemented, collarless, polished, tapered femoral component (CPT; Zimmer) and an uncemented acetabular component (Trilogy; Zimmer) were randomized to receive either conventional ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene acetabular liners (Zimmer) or highly cross-linked polyethylene liners (Longevity; Zimmer). The resu...
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