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  • DEVELOPMENT AND APPLICATION OF ARTIFICIAL VERTEBRAL BODY IN SPINAL SURGERY

    Objective To study the development, investigation, and application of the artificial vertebral body so as to provide an essential reference for the future research and clinical application. Methods The recent articles on materials, types, and clinical applications of the artificial vertebral body were reviewed.Results The materials used for the artificial vertebral body were porcelain, alloy, variant bone, and composite. But each of them had its own advantages and disadvantages. The types of the artificial vertebral body were grouped as expandable and non-expandable ones; however, the expandable type was much better. The artificial vertebral body had been applied to the treatments of spinal tumor, tuberculosis, fracture, and infection, with better effects. Conclusion The artificial vertebral body can beextensively applied. However, the materials and types need to be improved.

    Release date:2016-09-01 09:25 Export PDF Favorites Scan
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