The effect of motion patterns on edge-loading of metal-on-metal hip resurfacing.

The occurrence of pseudotumours (soft tissue masses relating to the hip joint) following metal-on-metal hip resurfacing arthroplasty (MoMHRA) has been associated with high serum metal ion levels and consequently higher than normal bearing wear. We investigated the relationship between serum metal io...

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Main Authors: Mellon, S, Kwon, Y, Glyn-Jones, S, Murray, D, Gill, H
Format: Journal article
Language:English
Published: 2011