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Aseptic loosening, not only a question of wear: A review of different theories

Year: 2006

Type: review

Abstract: Today, aseptic loosening is the most common cause of revision of major arthroplasties. Aseptic loosening accounts for more than two-thirds of hip revisions and almost one-half of knee revisions in Sweden. Several theories on the cause of aseptic loosening have been proposed. Most of these theories, however, are based on empiric observations, experimental animal models or anecdotal cases. In this review, we discuss the most common theories concerning aseptic loosening. It emerges from this review that aseptic loosening has a multifactorial etiology and cannot be explained by a single theory.

Source: Acta Orthopaedica

DOI: 10.1080/17453670610045902

Authors: Mikael Sundfeldt, Lars V Carlsson, Carina B Johansson, Peter Thomsen, Christina Gretzer

Institutions: Sahlgrenska University Hospital, University of Gothenburg, Örebro University

Language: English

Topic: Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: gold

Estimated APC paid: $1,779