Tribological testing of potential hemiarthroplasty materials using a custom-designed multi-directional reciprocating rig
The material selection plays a major role in the design of a patellofemoral joint (PFJ) replacement due to the reported damage of the femoral condyles in deep knee flexion using ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene for the patellar components. The use of softer materials such as PCU and PVA/PVP...
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Imperial College London
2016
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| Online Access: | http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.712946 |