Do implants fail and can they be replaced?
Since implants are mechanical devices, they are subject to conditions that can lead to mechanical failure. The most common reason for implant failure in shoulder replacements is implant loosening or implant wear that leads to loosening. Implant wear particles can react with the bone, causing thinning of the bone that can lead to implant loosening. In most cases, failed implants can be revised successfully to provide good results.
