A 3D printed total hip arthroplasty in adult with sickle cell disease : a case report

Abstract EN

Sickle cell disease (SCD) is an inherited blood disorder that distorts the red blood cells into a sickleshaped.

These deformed cells can interrupt the blood vessels supply to the bones and lead to Avascular Necrosis (AVN).

Femoral head is the most vulnerable bone owing to vascular damage.

In patients with SCD, the condition progresses rapidly, the femoral head collapses and causes severe pain and limited range of motion.

In the advanced stages of the femoral head necrosis where there is no existing standard medical management, the orthopaedic surgeons conventionally recommends Total Hip Arthroplasty (THA).

This option is challenging and carries a high risk for serious complications both peri-operatively and post-operatively.

The present report illustrates a case of pre-operative 3D planning for ideal bone geometry and personalized care before, during, and after THA in a young adult which was a competent technique for the management of SCD.