Tài liệu Báo cáo y học: "Mechanical behaviour of standardized, endoskeleton-including hip spacers implanted i

The application of a spacer made of antibiotic impregnated bone cement (PMMA) is a recommended treatment method in the two stage reimplantation procedure for late hip joint infections [1-5]. An antibiotic impregnated cement spacer delivers a highdose concentration of local antibiotics to the infected area, prevents soft tissue shortening and provides better function than a resection arthroplasty. Although few commercially made, preformed hip spacers are available, they lack adaptability [6, 7].