Surface modification of PEEK to enhance cellular response

Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) is a thermoplastic polymer that has been successfully used in a range of cardiovascular, orthopaedic and dental applications. This study investigates the surface modification of PEEK with calcium phosphate coatings; alone and in conjunction with topographical modification...

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Main Author: Egan, S. E.
Published: University of Cambridge 2009
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.598796