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What type of polymer is used to line the inside of the head of a prosthetic hip? why is this polymer used?

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Dr. Rick Pospisil answered

Specializes in Orthopedic Surgery

Spacer: High molecular weight polyethylene, . Used to maximize endurance of the spacer

Answered 11/2/2015

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