Reverse augmentation technique in hip revision arthroplasty: a new strategy for the management of acetabular reconstruction

Abstract Background The principle of acetabular total hip revision (THR) is based on acetabular reconstruction and restoration of the center of rotation. The use of augmentation in high cranial acetabular defects combined with a cementless revision shell was studied sufficiently. This study aimed to...

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Main Authors: Christian Götze, Christian-Dominik Peterlein
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2020-09-01
Series:Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research
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Online Access:http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13018-020-01870-9