Abstract
Cobalt-chromium (Co-Cr) particles in the nanometre size range are produced by wear at the articulating surfaces of metal-on-metal implants, and are associated with inflammation, bone loss and implant loosening.
Original language | English |
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Publication status | Published - 7 Apr 2013 |
Event | British Toxicology Society Meeting - Solihull, United Kingdom Duration: 7 Apr 2013 → 10 Apr 2013 |
Conference
Conference | British Toxicology Society Meeting |
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Country/Territory | United Kingdom |
City | Solihull |
Period | 7/04/13 → 10/04/13 |
Keywords
- cobalt ions
- metal on metal wear
- toxicology