The custom triflange cup: build it and they will come

The custom triflange is a patient-specific implant for the treatment of severe bone loss in revision total hip arthroplasty (THA). Through a process of three-dimensional modelling and prototyping, a hydroxyapatite-coated component is created for acetabular reconstruction. There are seven level IV st...

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Published in:	The bone & joint journal 2016-01, Vol.98-B (1 Suppl A), p.68-72
Main Authors:	Goodman, G P, Engh, Jr, C A
Format:	Article
Language:	eng
Subjects:	Acetabulum Arthroplasty, Replacement, Hip Bone Resorption - surgery Hip Prosthesis Humans Postoperative Complications - surgery Prosthesis Design Reoperation
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Summary:	The custom triflange is a patient-specific implant for the treatment of severe bone loss in revision total hip arthroplasty (THA). Through a process of three-dimensional modelling and prototyping, a hydroxyapatite-coated component is created for acetabular reconstruction. There are seven level IV studies describing the clinical results of triflange components. The most common complications include dislocation and infection, although the rates of implant removal are low. Clinical results are promising given the challenging problem. We describe the design, manufacture and implantation process and review the clinical results, contrasting them to other methods of acetabular reconstruction in revision THA.
ISSN:	2049-4394 2049-4408