Primary arthroplasty - Proven, constant quality for primary arthroplasty
Heraeus has been a leader in the manufacture and development of bone cements based on PMMA for 50 years.
PALACOS® cements for primary arthroplasty have been winning over orthopaedists and surgeons with their high quality standard and excellent processing properties.
Depending on the indication, various bone cements are available to the surgeons that vary in regard to their viscosity, processing and application properties.
Heraeus bone cements are available with and without antibiotics.
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Indication
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For hip, knee, shoulder defects, etc.
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Viscosity
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High
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Medium
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Low
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Without antibiotics
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PALACOS® R
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PALAMED®
(=PALACOS® MV)
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PALACOS® LV
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With antibiotics (Gentamicine)
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PALACOS® R+G
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PALAMED® G
(=PALACOS® MV+G)
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PALACOS® LV+G
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