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metal ion volume in heat treated versus as-cast MOM devices
Thanks for replying. Sorry I was not more clear. My understanding is that when the two components of the metal-on-metal (MOM) hip replacement device (the hip socket side and the femoral head side) rub together when in use in the body (walking, etc), metal ions are generated. I've seen numerous...- ErinSD
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metal ion volume in heat treated versus as-cast MOM devices
I'm looking to validate some information I've received. I could not find the answer in the FAQ or past posts; please accept my apologies if this is a dumb question. In metal-on-metal applications (in this case, a hip replacement prosthesis), are more metal ions generated when the two metal...- ErinSD
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- Forum: Metal and Metallurgy engineering
