Abstract
The purpose of this study was to compare the dislocation rates, functional outcomes, and radiographic results between large- and small-diameter femoral head components. A total of 225 patients (248-hips) who received total hip arthroplasties with large-diameter components (36mm or greater) were compared to 501 patients (559-hips) who received smaller diameter components (less than 36mm). Rates of dislocation and revision, Harris hip score, radiographic findings, and complications were compared between the groups. At a mean follow-up of approximately 5years, a significantly higher rate of dislocation was noted in the small-diameter group (10 of 559) compared to the large-diameter group (0 of 248). The overall implant survivorship, mean Harris hip scores, complication rates, and radiographic outcomes were similar for the two groups. The authors believe that large-diameter components significantly reduced the risk of dislocation in susceptible patients, while preserving good to excellent functional outcomes.
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