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Patient-Specific Polyetheretherketone Implants for Repair of Craniofacial Defects

Authors :
Rammos, Charalambos K.
Cayci, Cenk
Castro-Garcia, Jose A.
Feiz-Erfan, Iman
Lettieri, Salvatore C.
Source :
Journal of Craniofacial Surgery; May 2015, Vol. 26 Issue: 3 p631-633, 3p
Publication Year :
2015

Abstract

Large cranial defects represent reconstructive challenges. Polyetheretherketone (PEEK) implants are preoperatively tailored to the exact size of the defect and exhibit an excellent combination of strength, durability, and environmental resistance. This study presents our experience with patient-specific PEEK implants with computer modeling.

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
10492275 and 15363732
Volume :
26
Issue :
3
Database :
Supplemental Index
Journal :
Journal of Craniofacial Surgery
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
ejs48634095
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1097/SCS.0000000000001413