Comparison of biocompatibility and biodegradability of Poly(Lactic-Co-Glycolic acid) (PLGA) combined with autologous fibrin versus PLGA for intra-articular screw fixation; an in-vivo study with New Zealand white rabbits–The microradiograph, histology and histomorphometry outcomes

INTRODUCTION: One of the challenging aspects of orthopaedic surgery with regards to the long term functional outcome is intra-articular fixation. A variety of indications among others include intra-articular fracture, osteotomy, ligament reconstruction, meniscal and cartilage repair. The great pot...

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Main Authors: Balakrishnan, Theenesh, Zulkifly, Ahmad Hafiz, Sha'ban, Munirah, Mohd Jan, Nurul Hafiza, Ibrahim, Mohd Zulfadzli, Md Nazir, Noorhidayah
Format: Article
Language:English
Published: Malaysian Orthopaedic Association (MOA) 2017
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Online Access:http://irep.iium.edu.my/64067/
http://irep.iium.edu.my/64067/
http://irep.iium.edu.my/64067/1/FR-04-Theenesh-Balakrishnan.pdf