Biodegradable Bone Repair Materials: Synthetic Polymers and Ceramics,

Abstract

Many different materials have been used by orthopedic and maxillofacial surgeons to repair bony deficiencies. This review was limited to those materials that have been shown to be tissue-tolerant and biodegradable and included certain synthetic polymers and ceramics. Several possible applications for these agents were offered. Some terms and concepts were discussed that were germane to an understanding of polymers and ceramics.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jan 01, 1985
Accession Number
ADA154756

Entities

People

  • G. C. Battistone
  • J. O. Hollinger

Organizations

  • United States Army Institute of Surgical Research

Tags

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Biomedical And Dental Materials
  • Blood
  • Calcium Compounds
  • Cells
  • Chemical Synthesis
  • Chemistry
  • Connective Tissue
  • Copolymers
  • Fibers
  • Giant Cells
  • Materials Science
  • Mechanical Properties
  • Polymer Chemistry
  • Polymers
  • Prostheses And Implants
  • Synthetic Polymers
  • Teeth

Fields of Study

  • Materials science

Readers

  • Nanocomposite Materials Science
  • Systems Analysis and Design
  • Trauma Surgery or Emergency Medicine.