Table 2 Reasons for revision surgery
From: Straight stem and threaded cup in patients under 60 years of age: 28.8–30.2 years of follow-up
Type of failure | Absolute number | Absolute risk |
|---|---|---|
Wear | 11 | 14.67% |
Septic loosening | 3 | 4% |
Aseptic loosening of stem | 2 | 2.67% |
Periprosthetic fracture | 2 | 2.67% |
Aseptic loosening of cup | 2; 1 with loose stem; 1 with worn-out liner | 2.67% |
Major calcification | 2 | 2.67% |
Implant fracture (stem) | 1 | 1.33% |
Totally worn-out liner | 1 | 1.33% |
Overall patients needing revision surgery | 22 | 29.3% |