Osseointegration and biocompatibility of different metal implants - a comparative experimental investigation in sheep

<p>Abstract</p> <p>Background</p> <p>In the present study, 4 different metallic implant materials, either partly coated or polished, were tested for their osseointegration and biocompatibility in a pelvic implantation model in sheep.</p> <p>Methods</p>...

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Main Authors: Plecko Michael, Sievert Christine, Andermatt Daniel, Frigg Robert, Kronen Peter, Klein Karina, Stübinger Stefan, Nuss Katja, Bürki Alexander, Ferguson Stephen, Stoeckle Ulrich, von Rechenberg Brigitte
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: BMC 2012-03-01
Series:BMC Musculoskeletal Disorders
Online Access:http://www.biomedcentral.com/1471-2474/13/32