Charnley hip prosthetic

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Object number@IKB
TitleCharnley hip prosthetic
Creator John (1911-1982) Charnley (originator)
DescriptionCharnley hip prosthetic with 18 - 18 Mo stainless steel stem and ball inserted into a high density polyethyne socket. John Charnley (1911-1982) pioneered the design of the modern complete hip replacement.
Production date 1963
Production periodTwentieth century, mid
Object nameHIP, prosthesis, Charnley
Object categoryAnatomical, prosthetic
MaterialSteel, stainless, Polyethylene
Dimensions
- Length: 16 cm
Width: 6 cm
Depth: 6 cm