Cross-Linked Versus Conventional Polyethylene for Long-Term Clinical Outcomes After Total Hip Arthroplasty: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

Background: Cross-linked polyethylene (HXLPE) liners have been used for total hip arthroplasty (THA) to address the problem of osteolysis and revision surgery associated with conventional polyethylene (CPE) liners. This systematic review and meta-analysis investigated the long-term efficacy of HXLPE...

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Main Authors: Jiangyuan Shi, Weicong Zhu, Shaohua Liang, Hongling Li, Siming Li
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Taylor & Francis Group 2021-03-01
Series:Journal of Investigative Surgery
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Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/08941939.2019.1606370