2015, Volume 8, Issue 1, pp 68 – 72

Theoretical and practical aspects in total uncemented hip arthroplasty by using short femoral stem prosthesis

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Correspondence to:Marius Moga, MD ”Dr. Carol Davila” Central Military University Emergency Hospital, Orthopaedics–Traumathology Clinic, 88 Mircea Vulcanescu Street, code 010825, Bucharest, Romania Phone: 021 319 3051, E-mail: mariusmoga2001@yahoo.com

Abstract

Hip arthrosis, primary or secondary, is an osteoarthritic degenerative process that affects the hip joint. Primary hip arthrosis has an unknown etiology, and secondary hip arthrosis has well defined causes; of these causes, some are known to lead to arthrosis of the hip in the young age patient. The surgical treatment aims either to preserve the patient’s hip joint, or to replace the joint. The most commonly used procedure at this time is the total hip arthroplasty. The femoral component may have a short or a long stem. The short femoral stem prosthesis is usually impacted by using a unique technique and unique instruments, according to the manufacturer’s specifications. There are several models of short stem femoral prosthesis, but no matter which one is chosen, the surgical indication, the surgical technique and a well-conducted recovery program are important. The choosing of each arthroplastic implant must be made with care, taking into consideration the patient’s benefit, his expectations, and also the surgeon’s experience.

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Article Publishing Date (print): Jan-Mar 2015
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ISSN Printing: 1844-122X
ISSN Online: 1844-3117
Journal Title: Journal of Medicine and Life

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