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This paper describes the metallurgical examination of a number of metallic surgical
implants. Optical metallography and scanning electron microscopy were used to examine
the metallurgical structure of the materials and the topography of the fracture surfaces.
It was concluded that corrosion fatigue played a major part in failure although effects
due to surgical technique or poor quality control during manufacture were also important.
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