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To link to full-text access for this article, visit this link: http://dx.doi.org/10.1016/j.arth.2004.11.011 Byline: J.B.V. Butler ([cor]), David Lansky, Paul J. Duwelius ([cor]) Keywords: anatomic design; femoral; quality of life; SF-36; titanium mesh; total hip arthroplasty Abstract: The performance of an anatomically designed femoral implant with porous titanium mesh coating was assessed in patients undergoing total hip arthroplasty. The stem, with built-in 12[degrees] anteversion, was implanted in neutral position relative to the long axis of the femur through a cementless press-fit application. The only requirement was the presence of sufficient thickness within the cortical bone of the femoral metaphysis to support the stem. Ninety-one evaluable patients were followed up for a minimum of 10 years. Patients tolerated weight-bearing activity within 24 hours after surgery. Only 1 femoral component required revision because of loosening. Most patients showed uniform bony ingrowth. Quality of life was markedly improved. The anatomically designed, porous-coated implant provides robust performance which has general utility in a wide range of patients. Author Affiliation: ([cor]) Orthopedic and Fracture Clinic, PC, Portland, Oregon (a ) Foundation for Accountability (FACCT), Portland, Oregon Article History: Received 28 June 2002; Accepted 28 November 2004 Article Note: (footnote) No benefits or funds were received in support of the study.