A Novel Spine Fixation System Made Entirely of Carbon-Fiber-Reinforced PEEK Composite: An In Vitro Mechanical Evaluation

Background. Semirigid spine fixation systems utilizing nonmetallic materials have emerged as a promising innovation to overcome the inherent disadvantages of metal instrumentation in spine surgery. This study tests the mechanical properties of a novel spine fixation system made entirely of carbon-fi...

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Main Authors: Ofir Uri, Yoram Folman, Gil Laufer, Eyal Behrbalk
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Hindawi Limited 2020-01-01
Series:Advances in Orthopedics
Online Access:http://dx.doi.org/10.1155/2020/4796136