Effect of argon ion-implantation on mechanical and degradation properties of bulk-shaped poly(lactic acid)
Poly(lactic acid) (PLA) has attracted much attention as a material for bioabsorbable bone fixation devices, however degradation rate of PLA is very low. Surface treatment of PLA has been investigated to increase degradation rate due to improvement in hydrophilicity. In this study, effects of ion-imp...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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The Japan Society of Mechanical Engineers
2018-08-01
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| Series: | Journal of Biomechanical Science and Engineering |
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| Online Access: | https://www.jstage.jst.go.jp/article/jbse/13/3/13_18-00239/_pdf/-char/en |