Validation of numerical prediction of bone ingrowth into cementless implants

Total joint replacement was pioneered by John Charnley in the late 1950's, and has since revolutionised the management of arthritis sufferers. By 1991, an estimated 5 million people had undergone hip replacements. Although relatively successful, the cemented components had some problems, and th...

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Bibliographic Details
Main Author: Galgut, Warren
Other Authors: Vaughan, Christopher Leonard (Kit)
Format: Dissertation
Language:English
Published: University of Cape Town 2018
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Online Access:http://hdl.handle.net/11427/26995