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Sterilisation effect study on granular hydroxyapatite (HA).

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  • 1Department of Orthopaedics, Traumatology & Rehabilitation, International Islamic University, Malaysia, Jalan Hospital, 25150, Kuantan, Pahang, Malaysia.

The Medical Journal of Malaysia
|October 8, 2004
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Sterilization methods did not significantly alter hydroxyapatite (HA) bone graft substitute granules. Microbiological tests confirmed the safety and integrity of HA for surgical applications.

Area of Science:

  • Biomaterials Science
  • Bioceramics
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Hydroxyapatite (HA) is a biocompatible calcium phosphate bioceramic.
  • HA is widely recognized as a superior synthetic bone graft substitute for surgical applications.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact of five sterilization techniques on HA granules.
  • To assess the chemical, phase composition, and microbial safety of HA granules post-sterilization.

Main Methods:

  • Production of HA granules from local materials.
  • Application of five distinct sterilization techniques with varying aging periods.
  • Microbiological testing and X-ray diffraction analysis before and after sterilization.

Main Results:

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  • No microbial contamination was detected in unsterilized positive controls.
  • X-ray diffraction confirmed no significant chemical degradation or structural changes in HA granules.
  • All tested sterilization methods maintained the integrity of the HA granules.

Conclusions:

  • The evaluated sterilization techniques are suitable for HA granules.
  • Sterilized HA granules maintain their chemical and structural properties for bone grafting.
  • HA granules are safe and effective for surgical bone graft applications.