title: Alumina ceramic bearings for total hip arthroplasty.
abstract: This article presents an experience with alumina ceramic bearings involving the use of improved ceramic materials as well as new design considerations. The alumina-alumina ceramic hard bearing is a safe option for the younger, more active patient.
authors.affiliation: Indiana University School of Medicine, Indianapolis, USA.
authors.forename: James
authors.initials: J
authors.lastname: D'Antonio
authors.forename: William
authors.initials: W
authors.lastname: Capello
authors.forename: Michael
authors.initials: M
authors.lastname: Manley
mesh_terms: D000537:Aluminum Oxide; D019644:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip; D002516:Ceramics / Q000737:chemistry; D005260:Female; D006622:Hip Prosthesis; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D010003:Osteoarthritis / Q000601:surgery; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D020959:Polyethylene; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D011446:Prospective Studies; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D012086:Reoperation
chemical_list: D020959:Polyethylene; D000537:Aluminum Oxide