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Adult Reconstruction
intermediate
X-Type

Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty

Hip Arthroplasty

A 52-year-old active male with severe osteoarthritis of the left hip is considering surgical options. He works as a builder, enjoys recreational running, and is concerned about long-term implant survival. He has heard about hip resurfacing and wants to understand the advantages and disadvantages compared to total hip arthroplasty. Regarding hip resurfacing arthroplasty:

Mark each as TRUE or FALSE

A

Hip resurfacing preserves femoral bone stock by capping the femoral head rather than resecting it; t...

B

Ideal candidates for hip resurfacing are young (under 55-60), active males with good bone quality, n...

C

Metal-on-metal bearings in hip resurfacing have no concerns regarding metal ion release; cobalt and ...

D

Femoral neck fracture is the most common early complication of hip resurfacing; risk factors include...

E

Adverse reaction to metal debris (ARMD) includes a spectrum of pathology: metallosis, aseptic lympho...

Answer the questions to see explanations

Click T (True) or F (False) for each option