What Devices Use Cobalt?

Cobalt (Co) alloys have been used for over seven decades in a wide range of medical devices, including, but not limited to, hip and knee implants, surgical tools, and vascular stents, due to their favorable biocompatibility, durability, and mechanical properties. Read more…

Is Cobalt Toxic To Animals?

In addition, excess dietary cobalt produces toxic effects in animals. Polycythemia and hyperglycemia with transitory damage to pancreatic alpha-cells have been widely reported after cobalt administration. Is cobalt toxic to dogs? Although cobalt is an essential element in dogs, an Read more…