Scientists hunt for invisible culprits behind failing hip implants

NCT ID NCT03898531

Summary

This study aimed to understand why some hip implants wear out faster than expected. Researchers examined tiny particles shed from implants in 55 patients to see which types cause the most inflammation. The goal was to gather knowledge to help improve future implant designs and longevity.

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Contacts and locations

Locations

  • Hôpital Edouard Herriot

    Lyon, 69003, France

  • Hôpital de la Croix Rousse

    Lyon, 69004, France

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