Dr. Amstutz Dr. Gross Dr. Su Dr. Schmalzried Dr. AmstutzMetal-metal bearings have advantages for active patients because their wear resistance is much greater than that of polyethylene, they do not fracture and they perform better with larger diameter balls. It has been known for three decades that the serum and urine levels of cobalt and…
Continue reading →Read Two4One’s Full Story Here September 15, 2016 – First, I want to correct that I had my last ceramic and titanium bilateral hip revisions (to a failed bilateral Birmingham Hip Resurfacing) completed in November 2014 – not Nov 2105. Secondly, after an almost 2 year recovery, I can most … Continue reading →
Article about Metal Allergies by Dr. De Smet and Pat Campbell Dr. De Smet writes that although very rare, a reaction can occur after a BHR hip replacement. The following is a story about a problem that Dr. De Smet thinks is associated with a metal sensitivity in a BHR. November 08, 2007 Metal…
Continue reading →Return to FAQ LIST Mr. McMinn We use whole blood specimens drawn into lithium-heparin containing tubes with non-contamination precautions, and analysed with HRICPMS (high resolution inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry) for the most accurate assessment of metal ion levels. The problem with using serum, plasma or erythrocytes is that metal ions are differentially distributed…
Continue reading →Return to FAQ LIST Updated 1/3/2012 Mr. McMinnIf someone is allergic to certain metal jewellery, what are the chances of having a deep tissue allergy? What is the most accurate way of testing someone for a deep tissue allergy? It is estimated that approximately 10% of the population shows skin (cutaneous) allergy to metal…
Continue reading →Return to FAQ LIST Updated 1/2/2012 Mr. McMinn What metal ion levels are considered high and to be of concern for a patient to seek out treatment? People report being told by their surgeons that they have "elevated levels of cobalt" ranging from single digit numbers (one person reported 9.2 for example) up to…
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