Transcutaneous Osseointegrated Prosthesis Systems (TOPS) for Rehabilitation After Lower Limb Loss
Horst H. Aschoff,
Marcus Örgel,
Marko Sass
et al.
Abstract:Background:
The biology of osseointegration of any intramedullary implant depends on the design, the press-fit anchoring, and the loading history of the endoprosthesis. In particular, the material and surface of the endoprosthetic stem are designed to stimulate on- and in-growth of bone as the prerequisite for stable and long-lasting integration
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. Relative movement between a metal stem and the bone wall may stimulate the forma… Show more
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