The radiographs of 46 consecutive polyethylene cups used in cemented first-time revision of the acetabulum were studied up to a mean of 10.7 years (range, 0.5-16.3 years). Six cups developed loosening, of which 2 were revised. New radiolucent lines appeared mainly up to the 3 years follow-up. Progression of radiolucencies to new regions was noted in 28 (61%) cups. This progression occurred as an increase in extension from the periphery to the central region of the interface, whereas the width only showed minor changes. Our findings indicate that even radiolucent lines with a width <1.0 mm should be given attention because these lines can surround the cup before significant migration (>5 mm) is established. True lateral radiographs exposed to visualize the interface add information concerning presence of loosening. According to our opinion, complete radiolucent lines on either the anterior-posterior or lateral view, with a width of 0.3 to 0.5 mm or more, should be regarded as radiographic failure.
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