Segmental induction heating of orthopaedic metal implants

Metal sensitivity in patients with orthopaedic implants.

All metals in contact with biological systems undergo corrosion. This electrochemical process leads to the formation of metal ions, which may activate the immune system by forming complexes with endogenous proteins. Implant degradation products have been shown to be associated with dermatitis, urticaria, and vasculitis. If cutaneous signs of an allergic response appear after implantation of a m...

Current concepts review. Corrosion of metal orthopaedic implants.

Detection of orthopaedic implants by airport metal detectors.

INTRODUCTION We performed a questionnaire study to establish the frequency and consequences of the detection of orthopaedic implants by airport security and to help us advise patients correctly. All published literature on this subject is based on experimental studies and no 'real-life' data are available. PATIENTS AND METHODS A total of 200 patients with a variety of implants were identified...

Current Concepts Review - Corrosion of Metal Orthopaedic Implants

Metal sensitivities and orthopaedic implants revisited: the potential for metal allergy with the new metal-on-metal joint prostheses.

The potential of metal-containing orthopaedic prostheses to induce problems through metal allergy taxes dermatologists and orthopaedic surgeons alike. Metal-on-plastic joint replacements are not thought to induce metal allergy but wear products, principally polypropylene particles, produce a foreign body reaction in bone and may lead to aseptic loosening of the joint. Orthopaedic surgeons are i...