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Abstract
A new endoprosthesis for the treatment of subcapital fractures is described. It is
hemispherical with a high density polyethylene (HDP) core which is snap-fitted onto
a Charnley-type femoral prosthesis. The aim is to prevent acetabular erosion by its
virtual lack of movement of the cartilage-metal interface. If this should occur then
conversion to a total hip is readily performed without removing the femoral stem.
So far 14 have been inserted without any complications. In fact, they are easily mobilized
with very little pain.
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© 1979 Published by Elsevier Inc.
