Fibroblast and osteoblast adhesion and morphology on calcium phosphate surfaces

Implant loosening in bone fixation is an unresolved complication associated with internal fixation. It is generally accepted that this problem can be overcome by modifying the implant/bone interface for improved osseointegration. This is achieved, in part, by hydroxyapatite (HA) or tricalcium phosph...

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Main Authors: Baxter L. C., Frauchiger V., Textor M., ap Gwynn I., Richards R. G.
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: AO Research Institute Davos 2002-09-01
Series:European Cells & Materials
Online Access:http://www.ecmjournal.org/journal/papers/vol004/vol004a01.php