Conclusion
Biolox option heads present a valuable additional ceramic implant solution, which will be available with more approved stem implants for Biolox ceramics. Composite solutions of metal sleeves and ceramic heads offers new applications in standard THA and revision hip replacement.
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Güttler, T. (2006). Experience with BIOLOX® option revision heads. In: Benazzo, F., Falez, F., Dietrich, M. (eds) Bioceramics and Alternative Bearings in Joint Arthroplasty. Ceramics in Orthopaedics. Steinkopff. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-7985-1635-9_24
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