Biodegradable Iron and Porous Iron: Mechanical Properties, Degradation Behaviour, Manufacturing Routes and Biomedical Applications

Biodegradable metals have been extensively studied due to their potential use as temporary biomedical devices, on non-load bearing applications. These types of implants are requested to function for the healing period, and should degrade after the tissue heals. A balance between mechanical propertie...

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Main Authors: Mariana Salama, Maria Fátima Vaz, Rogério Colaço, Catarina Santos, Maria Carmezim
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2022-06-01
Series:Journal of Functional Biomaterials
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Online Access:https://www.mdpi.com/2079-4983/13/2/72