Metal-on-metal metaphyseal and ceramic-on-ceramic femoral neck arthroplasty: the impact on clinical results, oxidative stress and concentration of metal ions in serum and blood

ConclusionsMetal-on-metal articulation of the hip significantly increases the concentration of Cr and Co in blood, induces oxidative stress and modifies function of the antioxidant system and generates greater pain in the operated hip.
Source: European Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Traumatology - Category: Orthopaedics Source Type: research