Histology of the bone-cement interface in retrieved Oxford unicompartmental knee replacements.

INTRODUCTION: Radiolucent lines (RLL) are commonly seen at the cement-bone interface of knee replacements, yet are poorly understood. Although thin RLL are not associated with implant loosening or poor patient outcome there is still concern that they indicate sub-optimal fixation. The primary study...

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Main Authors: Kendrick, B, James, A, Pandit, H, Gill, H, Price, A, Blunn, G, Murray, D
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2012