Changes of periprosthetic bone density after a cementless short hip stem: a clinical and radiological analysis.

摘要

The Metha implant shows excellent osseointegration at the coated area of the stem without factors of aseptic loosening in the short term. This study shows that parameters like age, sex and BMI influence BMD progression and stress shielding. Metha implant shows excellent results especially in young patients with good bone stock.