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They will open up the hip capsule (or what remains of it), dislocate the hip, and then take the polyethylene liner out of the cup (often using special tools), and put a new one in, then reverse the procedure.
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∙ 13y agoPoly exchange refers to needing to replace the polyethylene that acts as a contact surface at the bottom of the joint.
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How are polymers used in living things?
There are many examples. One such is that a knee replacement uses UHMPE - Ultra High Mass Poly Ethylene as the socket in the ball and socket part of the knee. This is due to its high lubricity and very high inertness so it will not be attacked by bodily fluids.
Are they roly poly or poly roly?
It is called roly poly
Difference between poly viscose and poly cotton?
how to differenciate poly cotton and poly viscose
What has the author Regina Poly written?
Regina Poly has written: 'Regina Poly'
What are the properties of poly cotton?
poly and cotton
Can you show me a roly poly?
This is a roly poly.
What has the author Antoinette Poly written?
Antoinette Poly has written: 'Memoirs of the family De Poly'
Can you put flat poly over satin poly?
Yes. Sand the satin poly with fine sandpaper to remove the gloss, then coat with the flat poly.
What is the difference between Poly-amine paint and Poly-amide paint?
Poly-amines are more durable, poly-amides are more resistant to moisture.
What does the word poly mean?
Poly means many.
How do you insert poly catheter?
how to insert poly catheter
How do you say happy birthday poly in hawaiian?
Aloha: Answer: Assuming that Poly is a name, you say, "hauʻoli lā hānau, Poly" (how-oh-lee la hay-now, Poly).
