Modern Dual Mobility Implants in Total Hip Arthroplasty: Stability, Survival, and Ion Safety Evaluation
» Dual mobility cup (DMC) implants reduce dislocation rates in both primary and revision total hip arthroplasty (THA), particularly in high-risk patients with neuromuscular disorders, cognitive impairment, or obesity. » The dual articulation mechanism enhances joint stability by increasing jump distance and the head-to-neck ratio, without compromising range of motion. » Incorporation of highly cross-linked polyethylene and vitamin E-infused liners improves wear resistance, supporting broader use in younger, more active patients. » Long-term survivorship of modern DMCs is comparable or superior to fixed-bearing implants, with a lower revision burden and durable fixation when appropriately selected and implanted. » Systemic metal ion levels remain low in well-functioning modular DMCs, though continued monitoring is recommended in younger patients and those with reproductive potential.
Authors
- Carlos Martínez-Armenta (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0413-4930)
- Carlos Suárez-Ahedo (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9766-2411)
- Laura E. Martínez-Gómez (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-3198-1350)
- Gabriela Angélica Martínez‐Nava (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0001-9857-3840)
- Carlos Pineda (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0000-0003-0544-7461)
- Miguel Alejandro Quintero-Quintero (ORCID: https://orcid.org/0009-0004-3451-4365)
- Alberto López-Reyes
Institutions
- Vietnam National Children's Hospital (VN)
- National Rehabilitation Center (KR)
- American Hip Institute (US)
Publication Details
- Journal
- JBJS Open Access
- Published
- 2025-10-01
- DOI
- https://doi.org/10.2106/jbjs.oa.25.00141
- Primary Topic
- Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty
- Type
- article
- Field-Weighted Citation Impact
- 0.00