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Biological Compatibility Profile on Biomaterials for Bone Regeneration
Published on: November 16, 2018
Foreign body reaction due to polyethylene's wear after implantation of an interspinal segment
Joerg Jerosch1, Mohammed G Moursi
1Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Johanna-Etienne-Hospital, Am Hasenberg 46, 41462 Neuss, Germany. j.jerosch@ak-neuss.de
Abstract:
Different interspinous implants are used as minimal invasive intervention in the management of degenerative disorders of the lumbar spine. We present a case with foreign body reaction due to polyethylene's wear after a device for intervertebral assisted motion (DIAM) implantation. We conclude that the polyethylene interspinous devices can cause biological response, therefore; the surgeons and the companies should carefully watch their patients following application of such devices.