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[Orthopaedic applications for biodegradable and absorbable internal fixation of fractures]
Jian-guo Liu1, Wei-hua Ma, Xin-xiang Xu
1Department of Orthopaedics, First Clinical Hospital of Jilin University, Changchun Jilin, P. R. China 130021. jgliu@public.cc.jl.cn
Objective:
To illustrate the effect and complication of orthopedic applications for biodegradable and absorbable internal fixation of fractures, and to indicate the existent problem and research aspect currently.
Methods:
The recent literatures on orthopedic applications and study of biodegradable and absorbable internal fixation for fractures were reviewed. The effect of biodegradable materials on bone healing was summarized.
Results:
It is good for the stability of fracture fixation and result of treatment. The biodegradable and absorbable internal fixation fractures had no adverse effect on bone healing.
Conclusion:
There will be more widespread application for biodegradable and absorbable materials in orthopedics, but the intensive research should be carried out to prevent its complication.