ASTM F2759-19
Standard Guide for Assessment of the Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) Used in Orthopedic and Spinal Devices

Standard No.

ASTM F2759-19

Release Date

2019

Published By

American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM)

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ASTM F2759-19

Scope

1.1 This guide covers general guidelines for the physical, chemical, biocompatibility, mechanical, and preclinical assessments of ultra-high molecular weight polyethylene (UHMWPE) in implantable orthopedic and spinal devices intended to replace a musculoskeletal joint. The UHMWPE components may include knee, hip, shoulder, elbow, ankle, total disc replacement, toe, finger, and wrist joint implant devices. This guide does not cover UHMWPE in fiber or tape forms. 1.2 This guide includes a description and rationale of assessments for the various UHMWPE types and processing conditions. Assessment testing based on physical, chemical, biocompatibility, mechanical, and preclinical analyses are briefly described and referenced. The user should refer to specific test methods for additional details. 1.3 This guide does not attempt to define all of the assessment methods associated with UHMWPE components in orthopedic and spinal devices. 1.4 The values stated in SI units are to be regarded as standard. No other units of measurement are included in this standard. 1.5 This standard does not purport to address all of the safety concerns, if any, associated with its use. It is the responsibility of the user of this standard to establish appropriate safety, health, and environmental practices and determine the applicability of regulatory limitations prior to use. 1.6 This international standard was developed in accordance with internationally recognized principles on standardization established in the Decision on Principles for the Development of International Standards, Guides and Recommendations issued by the World Trade Organization Technical Barriers to Trade (TBT) Committee.

ASTM F2759-19 Referenced Document

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• ASTM E647 Standard Test Method for Measurement of Fatigue Crack Growth Rates
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• ASTM F1715 Standard Guide for Wear Assessment of Prosthetic Knee Designs in Simulator Devices (Withdrawn 2006)
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• ASTM F2025 Standard Practice for Gravimetric Measurement of Polymeric Components for Wear Assessment
• ASTM F2102 Standard Guide for Evaluating the Extent of Oxidation in Polyethylene Fabricated Forms Intended for Surgical Implants
• ASTM F2214 Standard Test Method for In Situ Determination of Network Parameters of Crosslinked Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE)*， 2023-09-01 Update
• ASTM F2381 Standard Test Method for Evaluating Trans-Vinylene Yield in Irradiated Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene Fabricated Forms Intended for Surgical Implants by Infrared Spectroscopy
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• ASTM F748 Standard Practice for Selecting Generic Biological Test Methods for Materials and Devices
• ASTM F749 Standard Practice for Evaluating Material Extracts by Intracutaneous Injection in the Rabbit
• ASTM F756 Standard Practice for Assessment of Hemolytic Properties of Materials
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ASTM F2759-19 history

• 2019 ASTM F2759-19 Standard Guide for Assessment of the Ultra-High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) Used in Orthopedic and Spinal Devices
• 2011 ASTM F2759-11 Standard Guide for Assessment of the Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) Used in Orthopedic and Spinal Devices
• 2009 ASTM F2759-09 Standard Guide for Assessment of the Ultra High Molecular Weight Polyethylene (UHMWPE) Used in Orthopedic and Spinal Devices