Hip implant showdown: does a new design raise metal levels?

NCT ID NCT03371212

First seen Jan 10, 2026 · Last updated May 14, 2026 · Updated 20 times

Summary

This study looks at whether a newer type of hip replacement implant (modular dual mobility) leads to higher levels of metals like cobalt, chromium, and titanium in the blood compared to a standard implant. About 52 adults getting a first-time hip replacement will be randomly assigned to one of the two implant types. The main goal is to measure metal levels in the blood after surgery, not to treat or cure a disease.

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Locations

  • Rush University Medical Center

    Chicago, Illinois, 60612, United States

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