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- Figure 1
- Pre-operative imaging. A) Computed tomography demonstrating a large granuloma of the left acetabular roof (red arrow). B) Magnetic resonance imaging highlights numerous ceramic debris descending to the distal third of the femur and encompassing the sciatic nerve (red arrows). C) Pelvic AP view radiographbefore surgery, which reveals loosening and verticalization of the acetabular cup (as indicated by red arrows).
- Figure 2
- Depicts the intra-operative findings. A) A black-colored fluid collection indicating metallosis. B) A metallic head exhibiting loss of sphericity and wear. C) Removal of the prosthesis with a damaged taper neck, metallosis fluid, and debrided soft tissues. D) Post-operative pelvic AP radiograph.
- Figure 3
- Case presentation timeline.
Tables
Co-Cr levels Duration One month pre-operative One month post-operative 3 months post-operative 6 months post-operative One year post-operative Cobalt S 86,35 µg/L 63,6 µg/L 38,6 µg/L 27,95 µg/L 24.8 µg/L Cobalt U 411,40 µmol/L 91,2 µg/L 89.8 µg/L NA 33.7 µg/L Chrome S 234,46 µg/L NA 196.64 µg/L 104,56 µg/L 96.62 µg/L S: blood, U: urine, NA: not available
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