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