Instrumented implants in orthopaedics.
This brief paper discusses the need for instrumentation in orthopaedic implants, and examines areas for further research and development. It is suggested that the future of this technology may have major clinical applications.
Sell
P J
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Biomedical Engineering Unit, North Staffs Polytechnic, Medical Institute, Stoke on Trent, UK.
D001672:Biocompatible Materials; D004869:Equipment Safety; D005544:Forecasting; D009983:Orthopedic Equipment / Q000639:trends; D019736:Prostheses and Implants / Q000639:trends; D013314:Stress, Mechanical
D001672:Biocompatible Materials