Periprosthetic joint infection (PJI) is one of the most dreaded complications after arthroplasty
surgery; thus numerous approaches have been undertaken to equip metal surfaces with …

Joint arthroplasties are one of the most frequently performed standard operations worldwide.
Patient individual instruments and patient individual implants represent an innovation that …

Background Today, various options are used for the reconstruction of acetabular bone loss
in revision total hip arthroplasty (RTHA). The aim of the study was to compare the outcomes …

Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) is a highly used polymer in the
medical field due to its properties such as good mechanical strength, high hardness, good …

Purpose Severe acetabular bone defect is challenging in revision hip arthroplasty. In the
present study, we aimed to present new treatment options with the 3D printing technique …

Background and purpose—The use of custom-made 3D-printed titanium implants for the
reconstruction of large acetabular defects has been successively introduced in the last …

Purpose This is a systematic review and meta (regression) analysis to assess the
performance of custom triflange acetabular components (CTAC) in total hip arthroplasty …

Introduction The treatment of severe acetabular bone loss remains a difficult challenge. No
classification system is available that combines intuitive use, structured design and offers a …

Objective The treatment of acetabular defects is one of the most difficult challenges of
revision of total hip arthroplasty (RTHA), and tantalum is regarded as a promising bone …

Background: The management of massive acetabular defects at the time of revision hip
surgery is challenging. Severe pelvic bone loss and the heterogeneity and quality of the …