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Shelf Lives (Prior to Implantation) and Implantation Times for the Historical and Conventional Hip Retrievals Classified According to Resin and Processing Route
| Processing Conditions | N | Shelf Life*(yr) | In Vivo Time*(yr) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gamma-air, extruded, GUR 4150 | 31 | 0.6 ± 0.7 | 12.3 ± 3.7 |
| Gamma-inert, molded, GUR 1050 | 17 | 0.8 ± 0.7 | 4.0 ± 2.5 |
The values are given as the average and the standard deviation.
