Erschienen in:
01.12.2009 | Original Paper
Metal release and corrosion effects of modular neck total hip arthroplasty
verfasst von:
J. Philippe Kretzer, Eike Jakubowitz, Michael Krachler, Marc Thomsen, Christian Heisel
Erschienen in:
International Orthopaedics
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Ausgabe 6/2009
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Abstract
Modular neck implants are an attractive treatment tool in total hip replacement. Concerns remain about the mechanical stability and metal ion release caused by the modular connection. Five different implant designs were investigated in an experimental set-up. In vivo conditions were simulated and the long-term titanium release was measured. Finally, the modular connections were inspected for corrosion processes and signs of fretting. No mechanical failure or excessive corrosion could be identified for the implants tested. The titanium releases measured were extremely low compared to in vivo and in vitro studies and were not in a critical range.