Resurfacing
Concept![Birmingham Hip Resurfacing](/sites/default/files/TDwyer/Birmingham Hip Resurfacing.jpg)
Femur
- removal of femoral head cartilage
- resurfacing with metal
- cemented / uncemented
Acetabulum
- standard technique
Bearing surface
- metal on metal
Indications
Relatively young man (40 - 50)
OA
Femur
- removal of femoral head cartilage
- resurfacing with metal
- cemented / uncemented
Acetabulum
- standard technique
Bearing surface
- metal on metal
Relatively young man (40 - 50)
OA