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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Nilima Marshall

Polymer knee joint ‘could improve quality of life of osteoarthritis patients’

A new kind of artificial knee joint made entirely from polymer could improve the quality of life of people with osteoarthritis who need surgery, scientists have said.

The polymer prosthesis, developed by medical technology company Invibio, is lightweight and, unlike conventional knee joints, does not contain metal.

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