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Bacterial Adherence to Tantalum Versus Commonly Used Orthopedic Metallic Implant Materials

Thomas A. Schildhauer, Bruce Robie, G. Muhr, Manfred K ller

Journal of Orthopaedic Trauma · 2006 · 147 citations · 41 references

Abstract

Because bacterial adhesion is an important predisposing factor in the development of clinical implant infection, tantalum may offer benefits as an adjunct or alternative material compared with current materials commonly used for orthopedic implants.

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