Does augmented core decompression decrease the rate of collapse and improve survival of femoral head avascular necrosis? Case-control study comparing 184 augmented core decompressions to 79 standard core decompressions with a minimum 2 years’ follow-up
Pierre Martinot, Julien Dаrtus, Arthur Justo, Hicham Riouach, Paul Crémer, Charles-Henri Flouzat–Lachaniette, Philippe Hernigou, L. Kerboull, Philippe Chiron
Topics & Concepts
Avascular necrosisMedicineFemoral headSurgeryStage (stratigraphy)DecompressionRetrospective cohort studyArthroplastyRadiographyCore (optical fiber)BiologyMaterials scienceComposite materialPaleontologyBone and Joint DiseasesHip disorders and treatmentsOrthopaedic implants and arthroplasty