A novel method for measuring acetabular cup deformation in cadavers

Press-fit acetabular shells are subject to compressive loading conditions upon insertion during surgery. These conditions may result in deformation of the shell, potentially adversely affecting the performance of any liner fitted within it. This technical note describes the method used to measure acetabular shell deformation in a cadaver study using an optical GOM ATOS Triple Scan system. Six custom-made titanium acetabular shells were scanned prior to and immediately following insertion into three cadavers (one shell per acetabulum). A three-dimensional colour map was created for each shell, and cross sections were taken at the rim to determine the maximum diametrical deformation. Values of between 30 and 150 µm were recorded, with the results suggesting a size-dependent response.

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