Aims. This study aimed to assess the
Aims. Due to their radiolucency and favourable mechanical properties,
Background. Simply stated,
Aims. In the UK, the NHS generates an estimated 25 megatonnes of
Total knee arthroplasty is one of the most common surgeries. About 92% of all implanted knee endorposthesis in 2020 were manufactured from uncoated CoCrMo articulating on ultra-high-molecular-weight polyethylene. All articluations generate wear particles and subsequent emission of metal ions due to the mechanical loading. These wear particles cause diverse negative reactions in the surrounding tissues and can lead to implant loosening. Coating technologies might offer the possibility to reduce this wear. Therefore, we investigated the applicability of tetrahedral amorphous
A radiological and histological analysis of five knee joints after a minimum of 15 years following the implanting of
Background.
Orthopaedic surgical hoods rely on an intrinsic fan to force clean external air over the wearer and allow potentially contaminated and expired air to flow down and away from the surgical field.
Osteoarthritis (OA) is a degenerative joint disease affecting millions worldwide. Early detection of OA and monitoring its progression is essential for effective treatment and for preventing irreversible damage. Although sensors have emerged as a promising tool for monitoring analytes in patients, their application for monitoring the state of pathology is currently restricted to specific fields (such as diabetes). In this study, we present the development of an optical sensor system for real-time monitoring of inflammation based on the measurement of nitric oxide (NO), a molecule highly produced in tissues during inflammation. Single-walled
Background. Due to their tailored porous texture, breathability and flexibility,
Introduction. Recently ventral plating implants made of
Objectives. The purpose of this study was to evaluate in vivo biocompatibility
of novel single-walled
The purpose of this study: is to test the hypothesis that there is little or no stress shielding afforded by a
Method: One hundred and twenty-eight knees treated by
Background context. Fusion is a fundamental procedure in spine surgery. Although autogenous grafts have ideal bone graft characteristics, their use may remain limited due to various morbidities. Even though ceramic based synthetic bone grafts are used commonly at present, in order to enhance their efficacy, their combined use with other materials has been investigated. The use of
Introduction. Ten explanted pyrolytic
INTRODUCTION: Improved factors influencing component wear with regards to bearing surfaces, metallurgy, tribology, and manufacturing technology allowed reintroduction of metal-on-metal (MOM) articulation in total hip arthroplasty (THA) and surface replacement arthroplasty (SRA). MATERIALS AND METHODS: Sixty three patients were implanted with a forged, high
Aims: Presentation of modified anterior cervical discectomy by Smith- Robinson method with stabilisation by Cornerstone