Abstract:Studies1-4 have not only shown that metallic ion release occurs in vivo, but also presence of soluble and precipitated corrosion products, as well as metallic wear debris, in the liver, spleen, lungs, and even remote bone marrow of the iliac crest. Reports from these studies indicate that constant motion of the metal-on-metal prosthesis causes a wearing away of the passivated surface and an increase in metallic ion release.
Research5 on the most important metal components used in orthopedic implant devices suc… Show more
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