To evaluate the results of primary cementless total hip arthroplasty (THA)using the Landos Atoll hydroxyapatite (HA)-coated cup and the Euroform HA-coated stem.

Sixty-four primary THA were performed between November 1991 and October 1994, and were followed more than 5 years. Clinical and radiological results were assessed. Also, the evidence of loosening were observed.

The mean Harris hip score improved from 57.0 points preoperatively to 88.5 points postoperatively. Of the 64 cases of emoral stems, 54 cases (84.4%) were classified as stable bone-ingrowth ixa tion, and 10 cases (15.6%)as stable fibrous fixation at the last follow-up. The linear wear of polyethylene insert was 1.83 mm (0.14-4.15 mm)and the linear wear rate was 0.23 mm/yr (0.02-0.72 mm/yr).During the follow-up period, revisions were required in 31 cases (48.4%);18 cases (28.1%)had been reoperated upon and 13 cases were (20.3%)awaiting for reoperation. Excessive early osteolysis were observed in 3 cases within 5 year.1 case in those 3 cases underwent cup revision and another 2 cases underwent head and liner change with bone grafting.

Landos Atoll HA-coated acetabular cup which followed for minimum 5 years reveals 48.4% failure rate.