Implant materials for fracture fixation: a clinical perspective.
Orthopedics
; 12(1): 75-9, 1989 Jan.
Article
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| ID: mdl-2915951
ABSTRACT
The optimum management of traumatic skeletal fractures may involve the installation of high quality surgical implants by a skilled orthopedic surgeon. Satisfactory clinical results are very dependent on the ability to maintain stable fracture fixation. Well designed contemporary implants rely on precise control of material composition and properties to achieve a well tolerated level of biological response. Metallic materials, such as 316L stainless steel, pure titanium, and titanium alloys, demonstrate an acceptable combination of strength, ductility, corrosion resistance, and biocompatibility. Polymers, composites, and biodegradable materials may offer selected opportunities for fracture fixation. An understanding of relevant clinical factors is essential to evaluate potential applications for advanced materials.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Base de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Prótesis e Implantes
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Materiales Biocompatibles
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Fracturas Óseas
Límite:
Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Orthopedics
Año:
1989
Tipo del documento:
Article
País de afiliación:
Panamá
Pais de publicación:
EEUU
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ESTADOS UNIDOS
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ESTADOS UNIDOS DA AMERICA
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EUA
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UNITED STATES
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UNITED STATES OF AMERICA
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US
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USA