Medium-term outcomes of hybrid total hip arthroplasty in cats: Cemented femoral stem and cementless acetabular cup in 17 hips (2020-2023).

ABSTRACT:

Objective

To describe the surgical technique, complications and outcome of hybrid total hip replacement (THR) in cats using a BioMedtrix cemented femoral stem and cementless acetabular cup.

Study design

A retrospective case series.

Animals

Cats undergoing hybrid THR between 2020 and 2023.

Methods

The present study was a retrospective review of medical records. Postoperative radiographs were reviewed and implant positioning measured. Owner-reported follow-up was obtained via questionnaire utilizing the short-form feline musculoskeletal pain index (sf-FMPI).

Results

A total of 17 hybrid THRs were performed with two cats undergoing bilateral THR. A 12 mm BioMedtrix micro BFX acetabular cup was placed in all cats in combination with a CFX femoral stem. Follo

SUBMITTER: Lomas D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12344218 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Aug

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature