New hip implant shows promise in 10-Year study
NCT ID NCT02648152
First seen Jan 23, 2026 · Last updated Apr 29, 2026 · Updated 9 times
Summary
This study looked at how well a cementless hip implant called POLARSTEM works in people with osteoarthritis. Researchers followed 218 patients for up to 10 years after surgery to see how long the implant lasted and how well it improved hip function. The goal was to confirm the implant is safe and effective for long-term use.
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Locations
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Kantonsspital Aarau, Orthopedics
Aarau, 5001, Switzerland
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St. Elisabeth Hospital, Orthopedics and Rheumatology
Bochum, 44787, Germany
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University Marburg, Orthopedics and Rheumatology
Marburg, Germany
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