Cup removal in revision hip arthroplasty.
When revision hip surgery is undertaken to remove a cemented cup from the pelvis the preservation of bone stock and structural integrity of the acetabulum is a major concern. We describe a safe technique for cup removal, which helps avoid a rim fracture occurring during this procedure. This should ensure the defect remains a cavitatory defect and does not become a segmental one with a more uncertain prognosis.
Farrington
W J
WJ
Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Hospital, Exeter, UK.
Dunlop
D G
DG
Timperley
A J
AJ
D000077:Acetabulum / Q000601:surgery*; D019644:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip / Q000379:methods*; D003646:Debridement / Q000379:methods; D006801:Humans; D012086:Reoperation