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ASR Hip Resurfacing, Chrome and Cobalt Levels and Effect on Vision

Do patients with an ASR hip replacement have elevated blood chrome and cobalt levels and does this cause visual disturbances when compared to the normal population


Sponsor

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital

Enrollment

60 participants

Start Date

Nov 1, 2012

Study Type

Observational

Conditions

Summary

The study aims to measure blood levels of Chrome and Cobalt in patients with an ASR Hip replacement in situ and to see if these patients have visual disturbances


Eligibility

Sex: Both males and females

Plain Language Summary

Simplified for easier understanding

The ASR Hip Resurfacing System is a type of hip implant that was made from metal components containing chromium and cobalt. These metals can gradually wear down and release particles into the bloodstream. This study is measuring chromium and cobalt blood levels in people who have an ASR hip replacement still in place, and checking whether elevated metal levels are associated with any changes in their vision. This helps researchers and doctors better understand the potential health effects of metal-on-metal hip implants. You may be eligible if: - You have an ASR hip replacement implant You may NOT be eligible if: - You have known pre-existing visual problems Talk to your doctor about whether this trial might be right for you.

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Interventions

Visual acuity in patients with the ASR Hip Replacements Single assessment made; duration of observation 4hour session

Visual acuity in patients with the ASR Hip Replacements Single assessment made; duration of observation 4hour session


Locations(1)

Sir Charles Gairdner Hospital - Nedlands

WA, Australia

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