Smith+Nephew Launched Hip Arthroplasty System in India
On August 17, 2023, The London-based orthopedic device maker Smith+Nephew announced the launch of its OR3O dual mobility system for use in primary and revision hip arthroplasty in India.
The dual mobility implants have a smaller-diameter femoral head than standard options. It latches into a bigger polyethylene insert, boosting stability, lowering the chance of dislocation, and expanding range.
The bearing surface of the OR3O system utilizes Smith+Nephew’s advanced Oxinium DH for its liner and proprietary Oxinium on XLPE for its femoral head and polyethylene inserts which makes it different from othe...