Ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene
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M. Bosetti; F. RenΓ²; P. Bracco; L. Costa; M. Cannas
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Article
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2003
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John Wiley and Sons
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English
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## Abstract Ultraβhigh molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) sterilization with gamma rays induced high oxidation levels both on the surface and in the bulk that alter its structure and mechanical properties. The oxidation process of gammaβradiated UHMWPE induces a reduction of molecular weight an