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Published on: November 8, 2024
Bone Substitute Materials and Minimally Invasive Surgery: A Convergence of Fracture Treatment for Compromised Bone
Thomas A Russell1, Gerard Insley2
1Department of Orthopedic Surgery, Campbell Clinic, University of Tennessee Center for the Health Sciences, University of Tennessee, 1211 Union Ave, Memphis, TN 38104, USA.
Abstract:
This article focuses on the understanding of the biochemistry and surgical application of bone substitute materials (BSMs) and particularly the newer calcium phosphate materials that can form a structural orthobiologic matrix within the metaphyseal components of the periarticular bone. Six characteristics of BSMs are detailed that can be used as a guide for the proper selection and application of the optimal BSM type for periarticular fracture repair. These 6 characteristics of BSMs are divided into 2 pillars. One pillar details the 3 biochemical features of BSMs and the other pillar details the 3 surgical application properties.

