What Are Normal Metal Ion Levels After Total Hip Arthroplasty? A Serologic Analysis of Four Bearing Surfaces

Abstract Background The recent experiences with adverse local tissue reactions (ALTR) have highlighted the need to establish what are normal serum levels of cobalt (Co), chromium (Cr), and titanium (Ti) after hip arthroplasty. Methods Serum Co, Cr, and Ti levels were measured in eighty nonconsecutiv...

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