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Increased ductility
15%
191/1236
Increased wettability
5%
65/1236
Diminished fatigue strength
63%
775/1236
Decreased resistance to abrasive wear
16%
193/1236
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The most important concern regarding highly cross-linked polyethylene relates to decreased mechanical properties. Cross-linking results in reduced ductility, tensile strength, and fatigue crack propagation resistance. These problems have not been identified as causing implant failure in most recent clinical trials, but remain the most important mechanical issues associated with current material processing methods.
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