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Comparison Between 3-Dimensional-Printed Titanium and Polyetheretherketone Cages: 1-Year Outcome After Minimally Invasive Transforaminal Interbody Fusion [PDF]
Neurospine, 2022 Objective Three-dimensional (3D)-printed titanium implants have been developed recently, but the utility is not yet proven. The aim of this study was to compare 3D-printed titanium and polyetheretherketone (PEEK) implants after minimally invasive ...
Do-Yeon Kim +2 more
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Dosimetric evaluation of rectal dose in HDR intracavitary brachytherapy of cervix [PDF]
World Cancer Research Journal, 2023 Objective: In the majority of commercially available treatment planning systems used for high-dose rate brachytherapy have TG-43 formalism for dose calculation. This formalism overlooks the heterogeneities present in the patient for dose calculation. The
A. Khan +5 more
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Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 2023 Infection of the bone is a difficult problem in orthopedic diseases. The key and basis of the treatment of bone infection is the effective control of local infection, as well as the elimination of infection focus and dead cavities. The most commonly used
Ziyi Zhang +5 more
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Evaluation of Cytocompatibility of PEEK-Based Composites as a Function of Manufacturing Processes
Bioengineering, 2023 The biocompatible polymer polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a suitable candidate to be part of potential all-polymer total joint replacements, provided its use is associated with better osseointegration, mechanical performance, and wear resistance.
Jorge Gil-Albarova +5 more
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PEEK and Hyaluronan-Based 3D Printed Structures: Promising Combination to Improve Bone Regeneration
Molecules, 2022 Hybrid bone substitute made up of a 3D printed polyetheretherketone (PEEK) scaffold coated with methacrylated hyaluronic acid (MeHA)-hydroxyapatite (HAp) hydrogel is the objective of the present work.
Letizia Ferroni +7 more
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Frontiers in Neurology, 2022 BackgroundTo compare the incidence of complications and constructive effects of cranioplasty with polyetheretherketone (PEEK) and titanium mesh after decompressive craniectomy, and to further explore potential risk factors of postoperative and post ...
Shun Yao +13 more
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Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) as a Biomaterial: An Overview
Cureus, 2023 Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a very powerful biomaterial that is increasingly used in dentistry. It has superior properties, which make it desirable in implantology. The applications of PEEK include finger prosthesis, RPD and FPD framework, and dental implants.
Moharil, Shambhavi +2 more
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A Three-dimensional Finite Element Analysis to evaluate the Stress Distribution in Bone with Different Attachment Systems in an Implant-supported Mandibular Overdenture [PDF]
International Journal of Prosthodontics and Restorative Dentistry, 2023 Purpose: The purpose of this finite element analysis (FEA) was to evaluate and compare stresses generated in bone, with carbon fiber-reinforced polyetheretherketone (CFR-PEEK) and titanium ball and locator attachments, in CFR-PEEK and titanium implant ...
Rajvi Nahar +5 more
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Frontiers in Bioengineering and Biotechnology, 2023 Introduction: Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) material implants have been applied more and more clinically recently. In order to increase the osteogenic activity of PEEK material, the microstructure change of the material surface and the construction of ...
Xiaotong Shi +7 more
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A Novel Natural Fiber Filler Reinforced Bio-Medical Polymer Composite [PDF]
Iranian Journal of Medical SciencesBio-medical implants and prostheses are made of metals and their alloys and are prone to corrosion and wear. Therefore, it seems necessary to develop lightweight reinforced polymer composites with enhanced properties.
Queen Alice Arul +1 more
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