Vancogenx-Space Hip device is exclusive pre-formed spacer prepared with Vancogenx bone cement

Thanks to the association of two antibiotics and their synergic action, Vancogenx-space spacers ensure a broad spectrum of action that covers about 90% of pathogens normally isolated in orthopaedic infections.

Vancogenx-space is usefull expecially in complex cases and where infection is caused by resistant bacteria (MRSA and MRSE) Enterococci, Streptococci and CoNS.

Vancogenx-Space Hip are available in 3 sizes for both the standard version and the extra-long one.

Vancogenx-Space hip is similar to a femoral prosthesis and is fitted with an internal load-bearing structure in 316L steel. It is made using bone cement with Gentamicin and Vancomycin additives - antibiotics that are released into the surrounding tissues as an aid to treatment of infections.

Vancogenx-Space hip is positioned in the femoral channel and the acetabular cavity after removal of the previous implant and complete surgical debridement.
When distal fixation is required - in the absence of proximal support, in the presence of a major metaphyseal defect or after a trans-femoral approach - the long stem version (XL) is recommended.

In the event of rotational instability of the device that may cause pain and increase the risk of dislocation, proximal cementing of the neck is suggested, that must be performed with Vancogenx bone cement.