Alternative bone cement sourced to avoid delays to patients' surgeries
The NHS has found alternative suppliers of bone cement due to a production halt from its main provider, aiming to prevent surgery delays.
NHS operations disrupted by shortage of bone cement
The NHS is experiencing operational disruptions due to a global shortage of bone cement, with supplies expected to last only two weeks.
NHS hip and knee operations threatened by bone cement supply shortage
A global shortage of bone cement is threatening to delay hip and knee replacement surgeries across the NHS in the UK, causing concern among patients and health experts.