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China unveils world’s first titanium-copper medical implant designed to cut infection risk

China has unveiled the world’s first copper-blended titanium implant for orthopaedic surgery after more than a decade of research and development. This innovative material retains the exceptional strength and hardness characteristic of titanium alloy medical devices while signifi

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China unveils world’s first titanium-copper medical implant designed to cut infection riskChina has unveiled the world’s first copper-blended titanium implant for orthopaedic surgery after more than a decade of research and development. This innovative material retains the exceptional strength and hardness characteristic of titanium alloy medical devices while signifi
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