Elliott A Ayling¹*, Mohammed Amer^2,3 and Douglas Dunlop²

¹Department of Orthopaedics, University of Southampton, United Kingdom
²Department of Orthopaedics, University Hospital Southampton, United Kingdom
³Cairo University, Giza, Egypt

*Corresponding Author: Elliott A Ayling, Department of Orthopaedics, University of Southampton, United Kingdom.

Received: August 29, 2022; Published: October 12, 2022

Abstract

Ceramic-on-ceramic (CoC) hip replacements present a significant issue upon fracture. Remnant ceramic particulates can become embedded in polyethylene, leading to wear of revision bearings causing significant metallosis.
This article uses a case report and literature review to explore the limited evidence guiding revisions of ceramic component fracture. The literature search used pre-defined search terms to explore the databases of PubMed, Ovid MEDLINE, The Cochrane Library and Web of Science.
The case report outlines a gentleman with significant metallosis following revision of a CoC fracture to a MoP. The remaining ceramic ‘sand’ can embed in polyethylene, resulting in wear of the opposing bearing surface. Good outcomes are reported for ceramic-on-polyethylene (CoP) and CoC revisions. Disastrous outcomes are seen with metal heads. This is consistent with our findings, where the serum cobalt and chromium soared and a metallosis soup developed.
Improperly revised ceramic components can present a significant risk to patients. Metallic replacement for ceramic fracture is inappropriate due to the potential for runaway abrasive wear. A ceramic ball should be a prerequisite of any such revision. This is poorly documented in the literature, with a need for greater awareness.

Keywords: Total Hip Arthroplasty; Revision; Ceramic Head Fracturea

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Citation

Citation: Elliott A Ayling., et al. “A Cracking Tale of Ceramic Component Fracture Revision: A Case Report and Literature Review". Acta Scientific Orthopaedics 5.11 (2022): 84-90.

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