Search for dissertations about: "stress-shielding"

Found 3 swedish dissertations containing the word stress-shielding.

  2. 1. A clinical study of uncemented hip arthroplasty : radiological findings of host-bone reaction to the stem

    Author : Henrik Bodén; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
    Keywords : Arthroplasty; bone remodelling; DEXA; fixation; geometrical design; hydroxyapatite; osteoarthritis; scintigraphy; stem size; stress-shielding; tapered; titanium; uncemented; weight-bearing.;

    Abstract : In total hip arthroplasty (THA), the main reason for failure leading to revision is aseptic loosening. Both mechanical and biological effects act in the loosening process, the factors may be implant design, fixation mode or technique, as well as biological factors unique to the individual. READ MORE

  4. 2. Evaluation of prostheses in shoulder arthroplasty : methods for assessment of outcome

    Author : Magnus Ödquist; Karolinska Institutet; Karolinska Institutet; []
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    Abstract : Today, the shoulder joint is the third most commonly replaced joint after the hip and knee joints and the incidence is increasing. In Sweden, 1863 primary Shoulder Arthroplasties and 195 revisions were performed in 2017. READ MORE

  5. 3. On hydroxyapatite modified peek implants for bone applications

    Author : Pär Johansson; Malmö högskola; []
    Keywords : MEDICIN OCH HÄLSOVETENSKAP; MEDICAL AND HEALTH SCIENCES; Dental Implants; Dentala implantat;

    Abstract : People are living longer today than ever before, and the number of older adults will increase exponentially over the next coming years. However, that does not necessarily mean that they are living healthier. READ MORE