International Journal of Biomedical Materials Research

Volume 3, Issue 3, June 2015

  • Radiographic, Histologic and Mechanical Comparison of NanoFUSE® DBM and a Bioactive Glass in a Rabbit Spinal Fusion Model

    James F. Kirk, Gregg Ritter, Michael J. Larson, Robert C. Waters, Isaac finger, John Waters, John H. Abernethy, Dhyana Sankar, James D. Talton, Ronald R. Cobb

    Issue: Volume 3, Issue 3, June 2015
    Pages: 19-33
    Received: Jul. 02, 2015
    Accepted: Jul. 21, 2015
    Published: Jul. 31, 2015
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    Abstract: Autologous bone has long been the gold standard for bone void fillers. However, the limited supply and morbidity associated with using autologous graft material has led to the development of many different bone graft substitutes. The use of bone graft extenders has become an essential component in a number of orthopedic applications including spina... Show More