Category Archives: Metal Ions/Allergies

Do Metal Ions from Hip Resurfacing Device Cause Health Problems?

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Dr. Amstutz   Dr. Gross   Dr. Su  Dr. Schmalzried Dr. AmstutzMetal-metal bearings have advantages for active patients because their wear resistance is much greater than that of polyethylene, they do not fracture and they perform better with larger diameter balls. It has been known for three decades that the serum and urine levels of cobalt and… Continue reading →

Is there a test for testing metal ion levels in the blood?

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Return to FAQ LIST   Mr. McMinn We use whole blood specimens drawn into lithium-heparin containing tubes with non-contamination precautions, and analysed with HRICPMS (high resolution inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry) for the most accurate assessment of metal ion levels. The problem with using serum, plasma or erythrocytes is that metal ions are differentially distributed… Continue reading →

I have a metal allergy, can I have a hip resurfacing?

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Return to FAQ LIST Updated 1/3/2012   Mr. McMinnIf someone is allergic to certain metal jewellery, what are the chances of having a deep tissue allergy? What is the most accurate way of testing someone for a deep tissue allergy? It is estimated that approximately 10% of the population shows skin (cutaneous) allergy to metal… Continue reading →