Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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2879321 | The Annals of Thoracic Surgery | 2008 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
In this study, the possibility was suggested that the advantages of u-HA/PLLA composite, such as early osteoconductive property and bioactive property, might beneficially affect bone fusion. We conclude that this osteosynthesis device can be applied in various fields, including cardiovascular surgery, and that its use will contribute to improvement of patients' postoperative quality of life.
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Authors
Tsutomu MD, Mikihiko MD, Ryohei MD,