Porous Vitallium in implant surgery

Abstract

The reactivity of porous Vitallium in vivo and in vitro has been tested. Samples have been implanted subcutaneously and intramuscularly in Wistar Rats for periods of up to two years. No untoward tissue reaction was found, and the samples did not show any evidence of corrosion. Samples have also been tested in an electrochemical cell. No increase in reactivity for unit surface area was found.It is therefore concluded that porous Vitallium is a safe, inert material, and is acceptable for use in clinical practice.