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The Journal of Arthroplasty, ISSN: 0883-5403, Vol: 25, Issue: 7, Page: 1169.e5-1169.e7
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Failure of the Modular Neck in a Total Hip Arthroplasty
Chris J. Dangles; Carl J. AltstetterHip
Modular femoral necks in total hip arthroplasty are promoted as giving the surgeon more options during surgery and as being safe. We report a case of fatigue fracture in the modular neck of a femoral implant 3 1/2 years after implantation. The probable design errors leading to product failure are discussed.
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