Even "Cementless" Surgeons Use Cement

Abstract

Background: Patients presenting with hip arthritis have huge variability in anatomy, bone quality, and functional expectation. These can contribute to a varying degree of complexity on both the femoral and acetabular sides. Surgeons should be aware of all the various options in fixation, bearing surface, and surgical technique.

Methods: In this article, based on a presentation given at the recent American Association of Hip and Knee Surgeons meeting in Dallas, we will discuss why and how cemented fixation can, and indeed should, be considered when making decisions regarding how a primary, complex primary, or revision hip arthroplasty should be performed.

Results: We will review the evidence, surgical technique, and indications for cemented fixation in primary and complex primary surgery. In addition, we will discuss the potential benefits at revision of previous cemented fixation.

Conclusion: We hope to support the concept that even cementless surgeons should also use cement.

Keywords: cement-in-cement; cemented; cementless; fixation; hip arthroplasty; revision.