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Results of uncemented total hip replacement done in very young patients

Background Only few long term studies have evaluated the use of cement less Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA) in the younger population (<50 Years). Most long term studies performed with cement and have demonstrated inferior durability compared with THA in older patients.

Methods We had total of 15 patients (20 hips) of hip arthritis, 5 cases were bilateral; 12 males and 3 females; mean age: 25 years (range 21-29 years). All patients underwent uncemented total hip arthroplasty using ceramic heads and highly cross-linked polyethylene cups.

Results All the patients were available for follow-up. Average follow-up period was 2 years (range 1-3 years). The mean Harris hip score improved from 44 preoperatively to 90 postoperatively. No complications were seen in any patients. Mean time to return to work was 16 weeks.

Conclusions This study shows that uncemented total hip replacement in the very young patient can provide good functional improvement and relief of symptoms at short term.