As reported, approximately 10 months post op the initial hip replacement, this 73 y/o male patient had a loose stem due to a cement fracture.It was reported that the revision of the stem hasn¿t occurred.Photos and x-rays provided.Product not returning as it remains implanted at this time.
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H6: the revision reported may have been the result of failure of the cement used to secure the femoral stem to the femoral bone, possibly due to handling properties, mechanical properties, structure, and composition, which led to cement mantle fraction and femoral stem loosening.However, this cannot be confirmed as there were no details regarding cement used, cementing techniques, or operative conditions provided and the devices were not returned for evaluation.
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