New report confirms Smith+Nephew's OXINIUM™ Technology is the best performing bearing surface at 20 years for total hip arthroplasty

Core Insights - Smith+Nephew's OXINIUM on highly cross-linked polyethylene demonstrates the highest survivorship rate of 94.1% over 20 years for total hip arthroplasty [1][2] - Multiple registries, including the AOANJRR, confirm that OXINIUM/XLPE has a 35% lower risk of revision at 10 years compared to other modular acetabular implants [2] - The unique manufacturing process of OXINIUM results in a ceramicised metal that offers superior performance benefits, including durability and wear resistance [3] Group 1: Performance Data - The AOANJRR report indicates that the combination of OXINIUM and highly cross-linked polyethylene leads to significantly lower revision rates than metal on XLPE [2] - Findings from registries worldwide support the performance of OXINIUM for total hip arthroplasty, providing evidence for its differentiated technology [2][3] Group 2: Material Composition - OXINIUM implants contain virtually no nickel, cobalt, or chromium, resulting in a 30x reduction in pro-inflammatory markers [3] - The absence of CMR substances in OXINIUM implants eliminates the need for labeling declarations regarding carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reprotoxic substances [3] Group 3: Industry Context - The advancements in bearing materials have virtually eliminated bearing wear as a cause of failure in hip replacements, a significant improvement over the past two decades [2] - The ongoing research and data from various registries provide valuable guidance for surgeons and patients in selecting reliable implant materials for long-term outcomes [2]