Long-term results of a hydroxyapatite-coated femoral component in total hip replacement. A 15- to 21-year follow up study

Between 1986 and 1991 we implanted 331 consecutive Furlong hydroxyapatite-coated femoral components of a total hip replacement in 291 patients. A cemented acetabular prosthesis was used in 217 hips and a hydroxyapatite-coated component in 114. We describe the long-term clinical and radiological surv...

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Main Authors: Rajaratnam, S.S (Author), Jack, C. (Author), Tavakkolizadeh, A. (Author), George, M.D (Author), Fletcher, R.J (Author), Hankins, M. (Author), Sheppard, J.A.N (Author)
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Language:English
Published: 2008-01.
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