The Medacta International SMS Post-Marketing Surveillance Study

This study is looking for adults between 18 and 75 years old who are scheduled to have their first full hip replacement surgery. You would be considered if you have severe and ongoing hip pain that is making it difficult to live your life, especially if this pain is caused by conditions such as various forms of arthritis (like osteoarthritis or traumatic arthritis) or other problems affecting the hip such as a condition where the hip joint doesn't form correctly from birth, or a problem where the bone in your hip joint isn't getting enough blood.

However, there are some reasons why you might not be able to join. For example, if you currently have an infection, are pregnant, or have certain mental health conditions that might make it hard to understand or complete the study requirements. Also, if your hip bones are very unusually shaped, or if you have certain bone conditions like severe thinning of the bones (osteoporosis) or soft bones (osteomalacia), or if you are allergic to the materials used in the hip replacement.

Additionally, you wouldn't be able to join if you have active rheumatoid arthritis, certain muscle or nerve diseases, or other health problems that might prevent you from getting back to walking independently after surgery. You also need to be able and willing to give your permission to be part of the study.

If you decide to take part in this study, you won't need to do anything extra beyond your standard medical care for your hip replacement. The study involves collecting information about your progress and the performance of your SMS femoral stem during your regular follow-up appointments with your surgeon. You won't be given any new medications or treatments specifically for the study. The study period will involve attending appointments over a period of 10 years to allow researchers to see the long-term effects of the hip replacement. You will continue to see your own doctor or surgeon for your usual care.