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DOI: 10.1055/s-2002-33830
The Biocompatibility of a New Bone Glue - First Results of an Experimental Study
Publication History
Publication Date:
11 September 2002 (online)
Abstract
The aim of this experimental study was to verify the biocompatibility of a new bone glue in a fracture model in rabbits. The fracture healing after the glue application and osseointegration were to be analyzed through histological and radiological invastigations. 36 rabbits were operated unifemoral and observed over a period of 7, 21, 42 and 84 days. The bone glue in its characteristics, has a good biocompatibility without any inflammatory tissue reaction and a good absorption. A regular fracture healing after adequate reduction can be observed, without being a barrier for cellular migration and osteogenesis.
Key words
Bone glue - methacrylates - biocompatibility - histological light microscopy - experimental study
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Christian HeissM.D.
Department of Trauma Surgery, Justus-Liebig-University Giessen
(Laboratory of Experimental Trauma Surgery)
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