Correlation of Cup Inclination Angle with Liner Wear for Metal ‐on‐polyethylene in Hip Primary Arthroplasty

ConclusionsFor metal‐on‐polyethylene prostheses, liner wear correlates with cup inclination angle larger than 55°. The ideal abduction angle for metal‐on‐polyethylene prostheses is less than 55°.

Source: Orthopaedic Surgery - February 1, 2017 Category: Orthopaedics Authors: Jia ‐liang Tian, Li Sun, Rui‐yin Hu, Wei Han, Xiao‐bin Tian Tags: CLINICAL ARTICLE Source Type: research