In addition, there are various types of adverse local tissue reactions, which often are not examined in detail. (sciencedaily.com)
However, in some patients, metal particles are released by the implant, causing tissue reactions around this such as swelling and soreness. (sciencedaily.com)
The metal hip resurfacing implants developed 20 years ago have been highly successful, but some patients have had problems with tissue reactions around the hip owing to the release of metal ions.» (sciencedaily.com)