Standardizing terms for tribocorrosion-associated adverse local tissue reaction in total hip arthroplasty

Abstract

Recognizing and adopting standardized terms for adverse local tissue reaction associated with tribocorrosion in total hip arthroplasty are essential for clear scientific discourse and clinical communication. Our goal was to develop terms that can be broadly applied to characterize the local tissue response to tribocorrosion debris, based on current evidence regarding the etiology of this failure mode and its consequences. The proposed standardized terms will improve the understanding and interpretation of analytical tests, advance diagnostic and treatment algorithms, and reduce confusion in research by maintaining consistent nomenclature.

Keywords

• white paper
• nomenclature
• mechanically assisted crevice corrosion (MACC)
• adverse local tissue reaction (ALTR)
• tribocorrosion
• metal-on-polyethylene (MoP)