YY/T 0811-2021 Extensively irradiation-crosslinked ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fabricated forms for surgical implant applications
YY/T 0811-2021 Extensively irradiation-crosslinked ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene fabricated forms for surgical implant applications
Basic Information
Scope
This standard specifies the relevant requirements and test methods for high-dose radiation cross-linked (high cross-linked) ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) products used in surgical implants.
This standard applies to UHMWPE products that have undergone high-dose radiation cross-linking, produced from pure resin powders as required by GB/T 19701.1, or molded materials as required by GB/T 19701.2. This standard only applies to UHMWPE products that have been irradiated with high doses of gamma rays and electron beam ionizing radiation sources.
This standard does not apply to UHMWPE products that have only undergone gas plasma, ethylene oxide, or ionizing radiation treatment with doses less than 40 kGy, i.e., materials that have only undergone conventional sterilization treatment.
Note 1: The specific relationship between the mechanical properties of the aforementioned products and their performance in the body has not yet been determined. Although scientists are committed to studying the relationship between polymer structure, polymer properties, and polymer design, this relationship has not yet been fully explained. The following mechanical tests are often used to evaluate the reproducibility of manufacturing procedures and are suitable for comparative studies of different materials.
Note 2: The following warning text only applies to the test methods section of Chapter 5. This standard does not attempt to address all safety issues involved, even those related to its use. It is the responsibility of the users of this standard to establish appropriate safety and operating norms and to clarify the applicability of management restrictions before use.