Comparison of bone morphogenetic protein and autologous grafting in the treatment of limb long bone nonunion: a systematic review and meta-analysis
Abstract Background Bone morphogenetic proteins (BMPs) have strong bone induction properties and can promote healing of fractures and other defects. However, BMP treatment efficacy for long bone nonunion remains controversial. The aim of this meta-analysis was to synthetically evaluate the advantage...
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| Format: | Article |
| Language: | English |
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BMC
2020-07-01
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| Series: | Journal of Orthopaedic Surgery and Research |
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| Online Access: | http://link.springer.com/article/10.1186/s13018-020-01805-4 |