Polymers Selected
Polyglycolic acid (PGA)
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Poly(L-Lactic acid) (PLLA)
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Bone
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Why Bioabsorable Polymers?
(2) Desire plate with similar modulus as bone
- Reduce recovery time
- Eliminate need for removal surgery
- Biocompatibility with the body
- Reduce stress shielding:
(2) Desire plate with similar modulus as bone