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The Results Of Hip Resurfacing
The long term results of this procedure are
not yet known as it has only been in
clinical usage in its current form for 6 years, however, the result over this
period
have been very good and all least as good as conventional hip replacement.
The long term reliability of the implant will not be known until it has been in
widespread usage for 15 to 20 years.
The historical metal on metal devices which share their metallurgical heritage
with
the Birmingham Hip Resurfacing have been shown to last in excess of 30 years.
Only a small number have survived however, due to the
inconsistencies in
manufacturing at that time. With modern manufacturing and quality control
techniques, we have high expectations of the BHR.
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