Custom 3D-printed acetabular implants in hip surgery--innovative breakthrough or expensive bespoke upgrade?
Custom 3D-printed triflange acetabular cages are a new option in the armamentarium of the revision hip surgeon. This review article defines this technology, its indications, surgical method, advantages, disadvantages, use, current published literature and future applications.
Princess Elizabeth Orthopaedic Centre, Exeter - UK.
Michael C
MC
Wyatt
D000077:Acetabulum / Q000601:surgery*; D019644:Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip / Q000009:adverse effects*; D006622:Hip Prosthesis; D006801:Humans; D066330:Printing, Three-Dimensional; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D011475:Prosthesis Failure; D012086:Reoperation