Failed hip replacement, composite image
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Failed hip replacement, composite image
Failed hip replacement. Composite image of a metal hip joint prosthesis in a femur (thigh bone). The prosthesis has become loose due to osteolysis, a weakening of the bone around the implant, which presents as holes (dark brown) in the bone. It is caused when the prosthesis begins to wear and sheds fragments of material. The immune system clears these fragments, but in the process triggers the resorption of bone tissue as well. To prevent further weakening the prosthesis needs to be replaced
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Auto Immune Bone Cement Complication Composite Device Failed Failure Femur Hip Joint Hip Replacement Implant Loose Orthopaedics Orthopedics Prosthesis Prosthetic Wear Abnormal Condition Disorder Loosened Unhealthy
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print titled "Failed Hip Replacement, Composite Image" showcases the intricate details of a metal hip joint prosthesis within a femur. The image highlights the unfortunate consequence of osteolysis, a condition where the bone surrounding the implant weakens and forms holes (depicted as dark brown areas). This weakening occurs when the prosthesis wears down and releases fragments of material into the body. As these fragments are cleared by our immune system, they inadvertently trigger the resorption of bone tissue. The artwork serves as an educational tool to emphasize how this process can lead to further complications if left untreated. To prevent further deterioration, it becomes imperative for patients to undergo replacement surgery for their prosthetic hip joint. D&L Graphics' expert illustration skillfully captures this medical disorder in great detail against a clean white background. The composite nature of this artwork allows viewers to understand both anatomical structures involved - human bones and artificial implants - while conveying an abnormality within them. With its scientific accuracy and artistic finesse, this print is not only visually striking but also provides valuable insights into orthopedic medicine. It sheds light on conditions such as osteolysis that can compromise one's health and emphasizes the importance of timely intervention in cases like failed hip replacements.
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