Innovative Design Methodology for Patient-Specific Short Femoral Stems.

ABSTRACT: The biomechanical performance of hip prostheses is often suboptimal, which leads to problems such as strain shielding, bone resorption and implant loosening, affecting the long-term viability of these implants for articular repair. Different studies have highlighted the interest of short stems for preserving bone stock and minimizing shielding, hence providing an alternative to conventional hip prostheses with long stems. Such short stems are especially valuable for younger patients, as they may require additional surgical interventions and replacements in the future, for which the preservation of bone stock is fundamental. Arguably, enhanced results may be achieved by combining the benefits of short stems with the possibilities of personalization, which are now empowered by a wise combina

SUBMITTER: Solorzano-Requejo W 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8778668 | biostudies-literature | 2022 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature