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In vitro analysis of the cytotoxic and anti-inflammatory effects of antioxidant compounds used as additives in ultra high-molecular weight polyethylene in total joint replacement components

Ultra high-molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) remains the most commonly used material in modern joint replacement prostheses. However, UHMWPE wear particles, formed as the bearing articulates, are one of the main factors leading to joint replacement failure via the induction of osteolysis and su...

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Autores principales: Bladen, C L, Tzu-Yin, L, Fisher, J, Tipper, J L
Formato: Online Artículo Texto
Lenguaje:English
Publicado: Wiley Subscription Services, Inc., A Wiley Company 2013
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Acceso en línea:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3664028/
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22915524
http://dx.doi.org/10.1002/jbm.b.32798