In vivo performance of Al2O3-Ti bone implants in the rat femur
Abstract Background Alumina-titanium (Al2O3-Ti) biocomposites have been recently developed with improved mechanical properties for use in heavily loaded orthopedic sites. Their biological performance, however, has not been investigated yet. Methods The aim of the present study was to evaluate the in...
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Format: | Article |
Language: | English |
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BMC
2021-01-01
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Series: | Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research |
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Online Access: | https://doi.org/10.1186/s13018-021-02226-7 |