Expanding the capabilities of laser ablation-single particle-ICP-mass spectrometry imaging to study in situ degradation of medical implants Ghent University
Even though medical implants are composed of biocompatible materials, interaction with fluids and cells in the biologically active environment of the human body leads to implant deterioration over time. Early research on orthopaedic metal-on-metal hip prostheses revealed significant release of metallic particulates into the peri-prosthetic tissue via mechanical wear and corrosion. Although the range of analytical techniques for the ...