32mm alumina on alumina hip replacement for femoral neck fracture

Hip replacement is considered the best option for treatment of displaced intracapsular fracture of the femoral neck (FFN). The size of the femoral head is an important factor that influences the outcome when a total hip arthroplasty (THA) is performed: implants with a 28mm femoral head are prone to dislocate more than ones with a 32mm. Obviously a large head coupled to a polyethylene inlay can lead to more wear, osteolysis and failure of the implant. Ceramic provides less friction and minimal wear even with larger heads.