Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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4052934 | Current Orthopaedics | 2006 | 8 Pages |
Abstract
A monoblock, extensively porous-coated stem can provide reliable long-term fixation for the majority of femoral revisions. However, stable long-term fixation may not be obtained in patients with moderate/severe bone loss or in patients with torsional femoral remodelling. If severe bone loss is present (Paprosky Type IV bone), a very large canal diameter is encountered (greater than 19Â mm) or if torsion remodelling of the proximal femur has occurred, alternative methods of fixation, such as a distally based modular stem, should be considered.
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Authors
Scott M. Sporer, Wayne G. Paprosky,