A coralline hydroxyapatite bone graft substitute. Preliminary report
Abstract
Experimental histologic and biomechanical studies were performed in 52 dogs by use of a bone substitute composed of hydroxyapatite converted from sea coral calcite. The results demonstrate some potentially useful practical applications. The material was totally incorporated in bone. Although initially too weak to tolerate physiologic stresses, once incorporated it becomes almost as strong as the native bone. Clinical experience with internal fixation of fractures with hydroxyapatite in 18 patients is encouraging.
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Evidence Hub reads this as a clinical trial, done in people. Its evidence level is 3 of 5 (Moderate · trial / cohort / secondary analysis). Trials without a large randomized design, cohorts and secondary analyses give moderate evidence. Reported size: 18 participants or records.
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