Author Archives: Patricia Walter

Follow-up, revision parameters for metal-on-metal hip implants outlined

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Updated 6/25/2012 Thomas P. Schmalzried, MD, presented his experience at the International Congress for Joint Reconstruction San Diego 2012 meeting… Although there has been no standard of review established in the United States, Schmalzried noted routine follow-up should be considered good practice… …Schmalzried mentioned the special risks inherent in metal-on-metal hip replacements, including higher monoblock… Continue reading →

Metal Ion Study 2002

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Medium Term Serum Cobalt and Chromium Levels in Patients with Metal-metal Resurfacing NOTE: This paper was presented at the New Trends of Joint Reconstructive Surgery 2002 Meeting, comparing serum levels in a control group, conventional THR, McKee Farrar, MOM Hip Resurfacing, and MOM THR (Sulzer), which concluded that metal ion levels are higher at 1… Continue reading →

Pat’s Corner – Hip Resurfacing is still an excellent option 2012 despite negative media

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Updated 12/12/2012 I would like to comment, mostly for the people new to hip resurfacing, about the negative NY Times articles and other media against hip resurfacing. All of this information is one sided. The authors and some surgeons have an agenda against hip resurfacing. The retention rate of the BHR and other devices has… Continue reading →

The Influence of Head Diameter, Clearance, Cup Position, and Head Position on Wear Rates in Metal-on-Metal Resurfacing

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Updated 1/8/09 Presented at the 2nd Annual Total Hip Resurfacing Arthroplasty Course in LA Oct. 2008 By: John Fisher Co-Authors: Ian Leslie, Sophie Williams, Eileen Ingham, Graham Isaac Institute of Medical and Biological Engineering University of Leeds Background: There are considerable variations in metal ion levels and metallic wear rates in patients with metal on… Continue reading →

Cormet Hip Resurfaicng CHR

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FDA Approved in US Updated 11/9/09 Prevalence of associated deformities and hip pain in patients with cam-type femoroacetabular impingement 2009Link Click Here to Read Complete ArticleD. Allen, MSc, FRCS, Ed(Trauma & Orth), Consultant Orthopaedic Surgeon1; P. E. Beaulé, MD, FRCS C, Associate Professor2; O. Ramadan, MD, Resident Adult Reconstruction Service2; and S. Doucette, MSc, Statistician2… Continue reading →

Antiobiotics for dental work after hip resurfacing 2012

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Guidelines by the American Dental Association and Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  Updated 12/8/2012 December 18, 2012 Evidence Insufficient to Recommend Routine Antibiotics for Joint Replacement Patients Who Undergo Dental Procedures New, collaborative evidence-based guideline proposes Rosemont, Ill. – The American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), and the American Dental Association (ADA) found that there is… Continue reading →

Surgical Approaches for Hip Resurfacing by Dr. Su

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What Surgical Approach do you Use? I like the posterior approach for the excellent exposure that it provides (which is critical for the positioning of the implants) and the ease of recovery for the patient. There are some who believe a trochanteric flip (Ganz osteotomy) or anterolateral approach are better for the blood supply, but… Continue reading →

Dental Work After Hip Resurfacing: Antibiotic Guidelines

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Guidelines by the American Dental Association and Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons  Updated 6/16/08 Antibiotic Prophylaxis for Dental Patients with Total Joint Replacements An expert panel of dentists, orthopaedic surgeons and infectious disease specialists, convened by the American Dental Association (ADA) and the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS) performed a thorough review of all available… Continue reading →

Jill Kranz Hip Story with Dr. Rogerson 2006

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LBHR   Dr. Rogerson   WI   December 2006 I had a left BHR on December 14, 2006. My surgery was performed by Dr. John Rogerson, at Meriter Hospital in Madison Wisconsin. One of the unique features of this procedure was the rehab. It is called “Hip Hab”. It’s a wonderful 5 day rehab program based on the… Continue reading →

Hip Resurfacing is a Better Option than a THR by Dr. Balasubramanian

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by DR. G. Balasubramanian Date:07/01/2007 HEALTHWATCH Revolutionary surgery Hip resurfacing: Fewer risks, more benefits. ARTHRITIS of the hip joint is a common problem in India. It occurs due to damage to the joint from various conditions such as Osteoarthritis (wear and tear arthritis), avascular necrosis (death of the bone due to lack of blood supply),… Continue reading →

Metal-on-Metal Bearings by Dr. Rogerso 2014

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Updated 10/2/2014 Metal-on-metal (MoM), ceramic-on-ceramic (CoC), and ceramicized metal-on-polyethylene (CMoP) bearings all were developed as a reaction to the well recognized mediocre long-term results with metal-on-polyethylene hips in younger, more active patients.Polyethylene wear increases with increased activity and load, and often elicits an aggressive response from the body where loosening and bone loss occurs (osteolysis),… Continue reading →

Dr. Gross Chat on February 17, 2009

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Updated 2/18/09 This is a transcript of a Live Chat in the Surface Hippy Chat Room with Dr. Gross on February 17, 2009 [Chuck] 7:01 pm: Hi Dr. Gross, what do you know about Mid Head resection surgeries –  when do you think they will be approved here and can they be used for revisions… Continue reading →

Cementing the Femoral Component of the BHR

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Updated 4/23/2013 Perspective Patients and Patients often ask if the stem of the acetabular component of the BHR is cemented.  The stem itself is not, the cement is placed into the cup of the component.  An explanation from Mr. McMinn’s "Modern Hip Resurfacing" book explains the process: Page 286 Chapter 22 Implanation of the Femoral… Continue reading →

Allergy to Joint Replacements By Pat Campbell

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By Pat Campbell Hello Pat Walter from Surface Hippies contacted me. I want to make it clear that I am not a qualified pathologist, nor a medical doctor, I am just a researcher with an interest in hip resurfacing and biomaterial compatibility. I run an independent implant retrieval research laboratory within the J. Vernon Luck… Continue reading →