5-year experience of highly cross-linked polyethylene in cemented and uncemented sockets: Two randomized studies using radiostereometric analysis

Georgios Digas, Johan Kärrholm, Jonas Thanner, Peter Herberts

Acta Orthopaedica · 2007 · 173 citations · 25 references

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Abstract

We found that use of highly crosslinked PE instead of conventional PE reduced the wear by more than 95%, which supports continued use of this type of PE in young, active patients.

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