Minimum 10-Year Results of Modular Metal-On-Metal Total Hip Arthroplasty

Background: this study aimed to assess the long-term outcomes of (a minimum of 10-years) total hip arthroplasty with a metal-on-metal acetabular prosthesis. Methods: Eighty-nine primary total hip arthroplasties (82 patients) were performed using a Pinnacle modular metal-on-metal acetabular prosthesis. Clinical hip function outcomes were evaluated using the Japanese Orthopaedic Association hip score preoperatively and at the final follow-up. Radiological analysis was performed at the final follow-up and magnetic resonance imaging in all hips postoperatively. Results: Out of 82 patients, 17 were excluded who were followed up for <10 years. Of the remaining 65 patients (70 hips), 19 (20 hips) developed pseudotumors during 2–10 years postoperatively. After 10 and 13 years, the survival rates of revision endpoint were 93.6% and 90.4%, respectively. Clinical hip function outcomes had improved significantly at the final follow-up. In the radiological analysis, the mean cup angle of inclination and mean ratio of femoral offset on the operated hip to the contralateral hip was highest in patients with revision surgery for adverse reactions to metal debris. Conclusions: This study showed a 29.0% prevalence of pseudotumors. Some cases required revisions even after 10 years following surgery. Regular clinical surveillance is recommended for the early detection of adverse reactions to metal debris.

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