Analysis of polyethylene thickness of tibial components in total knee replacement.
BACKGROUND: Excessive wear of the polyethylene bearing surfaces of tibial components has become an important factor in early failure of total knee arthroplasty. Inadequate thickness of the polyethylene insert is one cause of excessive wear, and various minimum thicknesses have been recommended in or...
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| Format: | Journal article |
| Language: | English |
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2002
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