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Review
. 1995 Jul;12(3):415-23.

The microscopic interaction between silicone and the surrounding tissues

L Needelman  1
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  • PMID: 7553532
Review

The microscopic interaction between silicone and the surrounding tissues

L Needelman. Clin Podiatr Med Surg. 1995 Jul.

Abstract

Biocompatibility is a pivotal issue in the use of any implantable biomaterial. This article describes some of the issues surrounding the use of silicone implants for first metatarsophalangeal joint prostheses. The focus is on the interactions between the implant and the surrounding tissues. Common histologic findings are also discussed.

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