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A 62-Year Follow-Up of Vitallium Cup Arthroplasty: A Case Report and Review of Longevity in Historical Context

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: Long-term outcomes of early hip prostheses remain relevant for understanding implant durability and biological fixation. This report describes a 62-year follow-up of a patient who underwent Vitallium mold arthroplasty of the hip, representing one of the longest known survivals of this implant type. Computed tomography demonstrates apparent biological fixation of the cup to the femoral head, offering a rare view of long-term implant-host integration. The case is analyzed in the context of broader clinical experience and literature trends. Findings from this follow-up raise important considerations regarding prosthesis longevity and the potential for lasting biological function in select implant designs.

Source: Cureus

DOI: 10.7759/cureus.90165

Authors: Samuel G Orr, Hans Prakash, Karanvir Prakash

Institution: Virginia Commonwealth University

Language: English

Topic: Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty

Subfield: Surgery

Field: Medicine

Domain: Health Sciences

SDG: Good health and well-being

Open Access status: diamond

OpenAlex ID: W4413379656