Joint Replacement Application Example

Results of prior hematogenous bacterial coxarthritis (Staph. aureus) in a 62-year-old woman.

Pre-operative X rays.

Anteroposterior and lateral views

Cementless prosthetic components coated with DAC® hydrogel combined with 5% Vancomycin.

The DAC® coating is designed to resist during the introduction of a “press-fit” implant.

Insertion of the prosthetic components.

Post-operative X rays. Control 3 months after surgery. Radiolucent lines absent.