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PROBIO
®
acts as a diffusion barrier, sealing the bare metal surface and reducing ion release.
In vitro studies have shown up to a 96 % reduction of allergenic metal ions
3
when the stent
surface is coated with silicon carbide.
Reduced Metal Corrosion and Ion Release
Ion Release from Stent Surface
3
Cobalt
Nickel
Tungsten
Chromium
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0
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15000
20000
25000
30000
35000
Concentration in ng/l
Competitor A
Cobalt nickel alloy
Competitor B
Cobalt chromium alloy
PRO-Kinetic Energy
with PROBIO
®