title: Crevice corrosion in orthopedic implant metals.
abstract: Studies of orthopedic implant alloys in crevice configuration suggest that cobalt-chromium alloys such as Haynes-Stellite 25 are the best choice for multicomponent implants. It is also shown that severe crevice attack may result from use of mixed metals.
mesh_terms: D001673:Biodegradation, Environmental; D002858:Chromium Alloys; D003343:Corrosion; D009984:Orthopedic Fixation Devices / Q000592:standards*; D013193:Stainless Steel; D014025:Titanium; D014800:Vitallium
chemical_list: D002858:Chromium Alloys; D013193:Stainless Steel; D014800:Vitallium; D014025:Titanium