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Copyright © 1978 by British Editorial Society of Bone and Joint Surgery
Points in the technique of recementing in the revision of an implant arthroplasty
When aseptic failure of the bond between the cement and the prosthesis of a total joint replacement occurs, complete removal of the cement has been advocated before the insertion of a new prosthesis. The present study questions this practice. Both laboratory tests on variously prepared specimens of cement and clinical experiences demonstrate that recementing over old cement is a practical alternative if the technique employed includes the removal of blood from the old cement surface, rasping of this surface and the early application of fresh cement. This article has been cited by other articles:
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