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UHMWPE biomaterials handbook : ultra high molecular weight polyethylene in total joint replacement and medical devices
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ISBN: 1282120735 9786612120732 008088444X 012374721X Year: 2009 Publisher: London : Academic,

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This book describes the science, development, properties and application of of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) used in artificial joints. This material is currently used in 1.4 million patients around the world every year for use in the hip, knee, upper extremities, and spine. Since the publication of the 1st edition there have been major advances in the development and clinical adoption of highly crosslinked UHMWPE for hip and knee replacement. There has also been a major international effort to introduce Vitamin E stabilized UHMWPE for patients. The accumulated know

The UHMWPE handbook : ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene in total joint replacement
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ISBN: 1281008222 9786611008222 0080481469 0124298516 1417537221 9781417537228 9780124298514 Year: 2004 Publisher: Amsterdam ; Boston : Academic Press,

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Recently, the orthopedic industry developed new processing techniques (radiation crosslinking), which are expected to dramatically reduce wear and improve the longevity of hip implants beyond 10 years.This book describes the history and properties of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) used in artificial joints by describing its properties and reviewing the latest clinical results.* The most up-to-date information on the properties of UHMWPE* Endorsed by Ticona - the world's leading manufacturer of UHMWPE for medical use* An enormous 'installed bas

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