A commercially trademarked alloy of cobalt and chromium used to make instruments, prostheses (see PROSTHESIS), surgical appliances and dentures. Its inert properties make it ideal for use in contact with live tissues such as bone and muscle. Health Source: Medical Dictionary Author: Health Dictionary
n. trade name for an alloy of chromium and cobalt that is used in instruments, prostheses, surgical appliances, and dentures. Health Source: Oxford | Concise Colour Medical Dictionary Author: Jonathan Law, Elizabeth Martin
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