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MRI may detect failing hip implants before symptoms appear

NCT ID NCT02255331

Knowledge-focused Sponsor: Hospital for Special Surgery, New York Source: ClinicalTrials.gov ↗

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First seen Jul 29, 2026 · Last updated Aug 20, 2026 · Updated 3 times

Summary

This study explores whether MRI can detect early tissue reactions and implant loosening in people with total hip replacements. Researchers will scan 240 patients with different types of hip implants to see if MRI findings match what is found during surgery. The goal is to improve how doctors monitor implants and decide when revision is needed.

What this could mean

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What this could lead to
If successful, MRI could become a standard tool to catch hip implant problems early, potentially reducing the need for revision surgery.
What could go wrong
This is an observational study, not a treatment trial. It will not test any new therapy, and the findings may not change current clinical practice.

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Study facts

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Participants

587 people

The number who actually took part.

Started

Sep 2017

Finished

Nov 2024

Lead sponsor

Other sponsor

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Who can take part

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Who is studied

Individuals who will be having revision surgery of a total hip replacement, or individuals who currently have a total hip replacement with uncemented components.

Ages

21 to 95 years

Sex

Anyone

Healthy volunteers

Not accepted

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Inclusion Criteria: Cohort #1: 1. Have a total hip replacement with a ceramic component undergoing revision for any reason, including recurrent dislocation. 2. Have a metal-on-polyethylene total hip replacement and have repeated dislocation, or 3. Have a metal-on-polyethylene total hip replacement greater than 1 year old, or 4. Have an infected total hip replacement (any surface bearing) Cohort #2: 1. Have a total hip replacement with a ceramic component. 2. Have a metal-on-polyethylene total hip replacement. 3. Have your original or revised total hip replacement. Exclusion Criteria: Cohort #1: 1. Have occupational exposure to cobalt or chromium 2. Presence of MOM or recalled implant 3. Have had a prior revision of your total hip 4. Standard contra-indications to MRI Cohort #2: 1. Have occupational exposure to cobalt or chromium. 2. Have cemented components. 3. Presence of a metal-on-metal or recalled implant. 4. Standard contra-indications to MRI.

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As listed by the trial registrant

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Complications; arthroplasty Complications; arthroplasty, mechanical

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hospital for Special Surgery

    New York, New York, 10021, United States

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