CEMENTATION OF A POLYETHYLENE LINER INTO A METAL SHELL

Kevin F. Bonner, Ronald E. Delanois, GREG HARBACH, Michael Bushelow, Michael A. Mont

Journal of Bone and Joint Surgery · 2002 · 68 citations · 12 references

Abstract

Cementation of a polyethylene liner into a metal shell can be stronger than a conventional locking mechanism if the liner is undersized. Cementation of an oversized liner into a shell should be performed with caution. The long-term durability of this fixation remains unknown.

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