Loose Metasul liner causing partial amputation of the neck of the femoral component

J Arthroplasty. 2009 Jan;24(1):159.e1-3. doi: 10.1016/j.arth.2008.01.314. Epub 2008 Jun 4.

Abstract

The use of metal-on-metal bearings in total hip arthroplasty is becoming increasingly popular. Several authors have reported excellent medium- and long-term results after the use of the Metasul metal-on-metal articulation (Sulzer Medica, Winterthur, Switzerland). We report a case of a loose Metasul liner eroding the neck of the femoral component resulting in extensive metallosis and weakening of the prosthesis.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip / instrumentation*
  • Female
  • Femur Neck*
  • Hip Joint / diagnostic imaging
  • Hip Joint / surgery
  • Hip Prosthesis*
  • Humans
  • Metals
  • Middle Aged
  • Polyethylene
  • Prosthesis Failure*
  • Radiography
  • Reoperation

Substances

  • Metals
  • Polyethylene