Technical problems in arthrography of the painful hip arthroplasty.
Arthrography following hip replacement has been reviewed. The problems encountered have been analysed with particular reference to technique and accuracy. The accepted criteria for loosening have not been consistently reliable and have led to false positive interpretation of loosening of the acetabular component. The reasons for false negative results are also considered.
D000077:Acetabulum / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D003287:Contrast Media; D005189:False Positive Reactions; D005260:Female; D006621:Hip Joint / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging*; D006622:Hip Prosthesis / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology; D011183:Postoperative Complications / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging; D011859:Radiography
D003287:Contrast Media