Risk factors for inflammatory pseudotumour formation following hip resurfacing.
Metal-on-metal hip resurfacing is commonly performed for osteoarthritis in young active patients. We have observed cystic or solid masses, which we have called inflammatory pseudotumours, arising around these devices. They may cause soft-tissue destruction with severe symptoms and a poor outcome aft...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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2009
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