Cemented and biological hip systems are often discussed as two product categories, but the purchasing decision should follow the intended fixation strategy and the complete implant configuration.
Start with the fixation pathway
A cemented configuration pairs a cemented cup and stem with compatible liners, heads and supporting components. A biological configuration uses a different cup and stem pathway and must be evaluated as its own complete system.
Compare the full implant set
- Cup sizes and shell or bearing compatibility
- Stem sizes, length, offset and neck-shaft angle
- Liner and femoral head combinations
- Centralizers, plugs and acetabular screws where applicable
- Instrument sets and tray configuration
Check catalogue consistency
Ask for a component schedule that links every cup, stem, liner and head option to the compatible system. Avoid mixing dimensions from separate tables unless compatibility has been confirmed for the exact combination.
Plan inventory around procedure demand
Distributors should identify the dominant sizes, revision or special-order requirements and the instruments needed to support the selected configurations. A narrow, well-supported range is generally easier to launch than a catalogue with many unsupported combinations.
Confirm the market file
Before launch, confirm labelling, technical information, traceability and the documentation expected for the destination market. Product selection and local regulatory approval remain separate decisions.