Proximal femoral replacement in contemporary revision total hip arthroplasty for severe femoral bone loss

Abstract

PFRs provide a useful salvage option for patients, particularly the elderly with massive proximal femoral bone loss who require revision THA, with significant clinical improvement. While the survivorship of the implant is good at five years, dislocation continues to be the most common complication. The judicious use of larger femoral heads, dual-mobility constructs, or constrained liners may help to minimise the risk of dislocation. Cite this article: <i>Bone Joint J</i> 2017;99-B:325-9.