N-Acetyl-Cysteine Reduces Blood Chromium and Cobalt Levels in Metal-on-Metal Hip Arthroplasty
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DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2020.03.010
Abstract: The most common reasons for revision of metal-on-metal hip arthroplasty are aseptic loosening and metal reaction. Failure of a metal-on-metal implant due to the aggressive destruction of periprosthetic tissues may require extensive reconstruction procedures. The… read more here.
Keywords: cobalt; metal; metal hip; metal metal ... See more keywords
Metal on metal hip resurfacing arthroplasty: Where are we now?
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DOI: 10.1016/j.jor.2020.12.036
Abstract: Metal on metal hip resurfacing arthroplasty (HRA) was introduced in an attempt to address potential limitations regarding return to sport, return to high functional activity and premature wear in young patients requiring standard total hip… read more here.
Keywords: hip; hip resurfacing; metal; metal hip ... See more keywords
What is appropriate surveillance for metal-on-metal hip arthroplasty patients?
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DOI: 10.1080/17453674.2017.1398011
Abstract: Abstract The unexpected high revision rates of large-diameter (femoral head sizes of 36 mm or greater) metal-on-metal hip arthroplasties (MoMHAs) have led to worldwide regulatory authorities recommending regular surveillance, even for asymptomatic individuals. However, these recommendations… read more here.
Keywords: revision; surveillance; metal; metal hip ... See more keywords
High Court will hear class action against metal-on-metal hip manufacturer
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DOI: 10.1136/bmj.j4711
Abstract: More than 300 patients who had metal-on-metal hip implants will take their case to the High Court in London on 16 October in one of the biggest product liability cases to have been heard in… read more here.
Keywords: metal; high court; metal hip; metal metal ... See more keywords
Metal implants influence CT scan parameters leading to increased local radiation exposure: A proposal for correction techniques
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DOI: 10.1371/journal.pone.0221692
Abstract: Metal implants not only deteriorate image quality, but also increase radiation exposure. The purpose of this study was to evaluate the effect of metal hip prosthesis on absorbed radiation dose and assess the efficacy of… read more here.
Keywords: radiation doses; absorbed radiation; metal hip; radiation ... See more keywords