Management of Hard Tissue Avulsive Wounds and Management of Orofacial Fractures.
Abstract
Research studies in bioceramics were continued to further our understanding of the in vivo behavior of resorbable calcium phosphate ceramics for use in the management of hard tissue avulsive wounds and orofacial fractures. Material processing studies were conducted to develop porous tricalcium phosphate materials of different stoichiometry. These two portions of the study were to further understanding of the basic question: Is the optimal material for bone ingrowth and biodegradation going to be produced by alterations in stoichiometry or alterations in pore structure within the material of the given stoichiometry? Three different materials of various pore structures were designed and fabricated into rectangular segments for implanting in the previously used rabbit calivarium model. Animals implanted will be observed for periods of 3, 6, 9, and 12 months, respectively. Each time period, a portion of the animal population will be necropsied. Analysis by histology and radiography will be performed.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jul 15, 1978
- Accession Number
- ADA157908
Entities
People
- C. R. Hassler
- L. G. Mccoy
Organizations
- Battelle Memorial Institute