Modular Head CoCr - Metallic femoral head prosthesis

Intended purpose

Biomet metal modular femoral heads are used in conjunction with other hip prosthesis components to form part of a total hip joint replacement system. Indications include: Non-inflammatory degenerative joint disease including osteoarthritis, avascular necrosis and post-traumatic arthritis. Rheumatoid arthritis. Correction of functional deformity. Revision of failed joint reconstruction or treatment. Treatment of femoral neck and trochanteric fractures of the proximal femur with femoral head involvement and which are unmanageable using other techniques.

Functional description

Biomet metal modular femoral heads are available with type 1 and type 12/14 tapers with various neck lengths and are compatible with any Biomet modular femoral stem of the correct taper type. Made from cobalt-chronium-molybdenum alloy for use with UHMW polyethylene acetabular cups and liners.