Three-Dimensional Hands-on Total Hip Arthroplasty Simulation After Surgically Treated Acetabular Fractures: A Technical Note on 8 Cases

Arthroplasty Today 2026 Open access

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Authors: Luuk A. de Wert, S. Bossers, Vito van Dal, Pieter-Jan Scheerlinck, Hilco P. Theeuwes, Olav P. van der Jagt
DOI: 10.1016/j.artd.2026.101956
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Abstract

Delayed total hip arthroplasty after surgically treated acetabular fractures can be a complex procedure because of disturbed anatomy, bone defects and in situ osteosynthesis material. Assessing and classifying acetabular bone defects, especially with in situ osteosynthesis material, can be challenging with standard radiological techniques. This report describes the use of multicoloured 3-dimensional-printed acetabular models to simulate acetabular component positioning to optimize preoperative surgical planning.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Orthopaedic implants and arthroplasty Anatomy and Medical Technology Bone fractures and treatments

Publication details

Journal / source
Arthroplasty Today
Volume
38
Pages
101956–101956
Publication date
9 February 2026
Language
EN