
Arthroplasty
Cross-linked polyethylene liners improve THA outcomes
J Arthroplasty. 2012 Sep;27(8 Suppl):2-7.e1. Epub 2012 Jun 6.220 patients underwent 230 total hip arthroplasties and were randomized to receive either cross-linked polyethylene liners or non-cross-linked polyethylene liners. 162 of the 230 total hip arthroplasties were assessed approximately 9 years after surgery. The cross-linked group achieved significantly higher survivorship (end point: revision for wear-related complications) than the non-cross-linked group and also achieved a significantly lower mean linear wear rate and incidence of clinically important osteolysis.
Unlock the full article
Get unlimited access to OrthoEvidence with a free trial
Start TrialCritical appraisals of the latest, high-impact randomized controlled trials and systematic reviews in orthopaedics
Access to OrthoEvidence podcast content, including collaborations with the Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery, interviews with internationally recognized surgeons, and roundtable discussions on orthopaedic news and topics
Subscription to The Pulse, a twice-weekly evidence-based newsletter designed to help you make better clinical decisions
Exclusive access to original content articles, including in-house systematic reviews, and articles on health research methods and hot orthopaedic topics
Or continue reading this full article
Register Now

Subscribe to "The Pulse"
Evidence-Based Orthopaedics direct to your inbox.