Year: 2024
Type: article
Study design: Case Report
Abstract: A 73-year-old female experienced an atraumatic fracture of a BIOLOX delta ceramic femoral head following uncomplicated right total hip arthroplasty using a ceramic-on-polyethylene bearing. The fracture occurred post-operatively, as revealed by radiography after the patient reported a clunking sensation and leg shortening. Revision surgery involved replacing the fractured head and liner with careful removal of ceramic debris. The patient recovered well with no further complications. This case highlights the rare occurrence of an atraumatic fracture in a newer-generation BIOLOX delta ceramic head. This suggests possible manufacturing defects or taper mismatches and emphasizes the importance of thorough implant evaluation.
Source: Cureus
DOI: 10.7759/cureus.75100
Authors: Nicholas Brown, John Dundon
Language: English
Subfield: Surgery
Field: Medicine
Domain: Health Sciences
Open Access status: diamond
OpenAlex ID: W4405029312