The Effect of Structural Design on Mechanical Properties and Cellular Response of Additive Manufactured Titanium Scaffolds

Restoration of segmental defects in long bones remains a challenging task in orthopedic surgery. Although autologous bone is still the ‘Gold Standard’ because of its high biocompatibility, it has nevertheless been associated with several disadvantages. Consequently, artificial materials, such as cal...

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Main Authors: Jan Wieding, Anika Jonitz, Rainer Bader
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: MDPI AG 2012-08-01
Series:Materials
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Online Access:http://www.mdpi.com/1996-1944/5/8/1336